Media Minutes: October 2, 2009
Media Minutes for October 2, 2009
Producer: Stevie Converse and Candace Clement
Length: 5:00
With product placement in TV programs exploding, public advocacy groups are calling for the FCC to develop rules for clear disclosure for all TV marketing. And broadcasters may be undermining the news and information you receive on your local TV newscast. In an effort to cut costs, some rival broadcasters are merging their newsroom operations.
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