Did Fox News violate Equal Time laws by excluding Ron Paul and Duncan Hunter?

[Patch929]

In 1970 Congress changed the equal time laws so that debates were considered "on the spot" news. Meaning they're unplanned and unscheduled. But, that clearly isn't the case any longer. Fox gave free air time to several candidates and purposely excluded two others. Is that a violation of the nature of the law?

[richardt]

nope

[ShinigamiAdam]

I believe that this law has alreadly been expired or repealed. That is why you dont see third party candiates on these debates.

[railroaddave]

in 2007 the house passed HR1955 . soon , questions , like yours , that oppose the government line or deride fox will be banned on the grounds of homeland security . it will be as if ron and duncan never existed . start practicing your goosestep , brother .

[Honeybeered]

No, because the law was amended to exclude debates. It doesn't make it right, but it does make it legal. Ours is far from a flawless system of government.

[ponusjoe427420]

Good point! They excluded me, too.

[SpellCheck]

I can't think of any reason to include Ron Paul and Duncan Hunter in the debates.