The MacNeil/Lehrer Report; Cable Franchising
Digital Commonwealth — NewsHour Productions

The MacNeil/Lehrer Report; Cable Franchising

NewsHour Productions · September 30, 1980

CC0 — Public Domain
Digital Commonwealth — NewsHour Productions

This episode of The MacNeil/Lehrer Report looks at the American cable TV gold rush, with companies racing to install themselves in major cities. Cable industry executives and city officials offer their opinions on the franchising process, its growing pains, and how it affects cities and subscribers alike.

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