Chris Smith: “Must-carry is important to many small rural communities, and if it…”

On the recordJuly 23, 2012

Must-carry is important to many small rural communities, and if it goes away... you will not be able to afford those markets.

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Republican · New Jersey

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Smith emphasizes the necessity of must-carry rules for local broadcasters.

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