[Qcwa] TV = Radio = 75 meters = HBO

W1EOF [email protected]
Wed, 17 Dec 2003 02:39:00 -0500


Wow. I just found out that it's perfectly OK to use the F-word on broadcast
television, radio, and amateur radio too. It's been authorized by the FCC,
as long as you are not referring to a sexual act.

I'd suggest you do the following:

1. Read the FCC decision in txt, html, doc, or pdf format.
   http://www.fcc.gov/eb/Orders/2003/DA-03-3045A1.html

2. Write to your congressman and tell him how you feel about the airwaves
being treated in this manner.

I'm no prude and have been known to use some "colorful" language in the
proper company and circumstances. This has nothing to do with "free speech"
it's got to do with common decency and respect. At least that's the way I
see it.

Let me say it again... wow.

73,

Mark W1EOF