Talk about gross government overreach. If there ever was anything that mark

market forces should be able to address its what kind of radio one might have in their car. If people want AM some manufacturers will include it. If people don’t, why should we all have to pay for it.

Awful, bi-partisan poop.

This came to my attention thanks to a commercial by Sean Hannity on my local AM station. Talk about hypocrisy and self preservation.

Totally unnecessary regulation and government protecting existing, old industries at its worst.

[Post edited by RML Hoos at 11/15/2023 4:33PM]

Link: Congress passing a law to “protect” AM radio.

Posted: 11/15/2023 at 4:33PM

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