While we bemoan the utter lack of seriousness and perspective that permeates TV news, we don't think the government has a role to play in the Imus matter. The free market, not censorship, decided his fate – and rightly so. Yet, civil rights groups pressed the Federal Communication Commission to get involved. If the FCC were to intervene, it would establish a tempting and ultimately chilling avenue for anyone who is offended – honestly or not – by the media -- Gary Crooks/Spokesman-Review Editorial Board.

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Question: Should the government intervene in media meltdown like Don Imus' racial insult?

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