David Fiske Quotations

These rules serve the important purpose of ensuring that the listening public knows when someone is seeking to influence them.

It's under active consideration and nearing a decision. When it's done, it's done.

Chairman Martin is concerned about any violations of the payola rules, and has directed the FCC's enforcement bureau to thoroughly investigate any evidence of payola rule violations brought before it.

The idea is to provide as much information as possible. . . . That's why the descriptions are so specific. We're trying to be responsive to the law and provide guidance to broadcasters.

The commission takes seriously any alleged violations. Chairman Martin directed the enforcement bureau to conduct an active and ongoing investigation a number of months ago.

The commission takes any violations of the Communications Act seriously. The chairman some time ago directed that there be active and ongoing investigations into alleged payola violations.

The commission has always taken its responsibilities to enforce the laws seriously.