Mark S. Fowler
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Mark S. Fowler (born October 6, 1941) served as chairman of the Federal Communications Commission from May 18, 1981 to April 17, 1987. Appointed by Ronald Reagan,[2] he led repeal of the Fairness Doctrine and spearheaded the deregulatory trend in telecommunications policy, and was a proponent of deregulation of television stations, and radio ownership laws.[3]
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Mark S. Fowler | |
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Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission | |
In office May 18, 1981 ā April 17, 1987 | |
President | Ronald Reagan |
Preceded by | Robert E. Lee |
Succeeded by | Dennis R. Patrick |
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Born | (1941-10-06) October 6, 1941 (age 82) Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
Political party | Republican |
Residence | Naples, Florida[1] |
Alma mater | University of Florida (BA,JD) |
Profession | Businessman lawyer reporter |
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Fowler was born in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He received both his Bachelor's degree and Juris Doctor from the University of Florida.[4]