[FrankR]

Once Newt is named as running mate, FOX must cut ties as “contributor” with him, per FCC regulations, or, offer equal time to Hilary’s VP choice.

It’s the law.

[GreenHornet]

Once Newt is named as running mate, FOX must cut ties as “contributor” with him, per FCC regulations, or, offer equal time to Hilary’s VP choice. It’s the law.

Yep. That's what happened with Mike Huckabee once he announced he would be seeking the Republican nomination.

[drewh]

and no one wants to see Fauxahontas drone on for hours pontificating on tv

[A CA Guy]

So why cut ties before announcement?

[GilGil]

Once Newt is named as running mate, FOX must cut ties as “contributor” with him, per FCC regulations, or, offer equal time to Hilary’s VP choice.

It’s the law.
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Since when does the law make any difference in an Obama world?