Bush Can Reshape Post-Kennard FCC.(George W. Bush appointments and William Kennard resignation could alter Federal Communications Commission policies)(Brief Article)

Multichannel News, January, 2001 by HEARN, TED

WASHINGTON -- With Federal Communications Commission chairman William Kennard set to resign Jan. 19, President Bush now has the opportunity to fundamentally alter the complexion and ideological direction of the powerful cable and telecommunications regulatory body within a relatively short period of time.

Over the next few months, Bush could name as many as four new faces to the fivemember FCC. During his eight years in office, former President Clinton had a similar opportunity and made seven appointments, including four Democrats and three Republicans. "I think Bush can make an imprint and restack the entire commission," said George ReedDellinger, a telecom analyst with Washington Analysis. Bush is expected to name front-runner Michael Powell...

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