Activity Quote by Gordon Smith
“Lawmakers have good reason to want a healthy broadcast industry. Broadcast TV stations provide more than 186,000 jobs on an annual basis, which directly generate more than $30 billion in economic activity.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Congressional testimony, United States House Committee on Energy and Commerce, 2015
Lawmakers should support a strong broadcast sector because it creates millions of jobs and billions in economic output.
In simple terms: A healthy TV industry supports jobs and economy.
Invest in broadcast media.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy debates
- budget planning
- media regulation
- investment decisions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does broadcast media affect local economies?
- What policies best balance profit and public interest?
Economic benefits may overlook cultural diversity and digital competition.