On this day in history, Congress passed a collection of amendments to the U.S. Constitution, 10 of which would become the Bill of Rights. Foremost in the Bill of Rights is the First Amendment, which includes the right to a free press and for Americans to speak their minds openly and have their voices heard by the government. Radio and television journalists have exercised their rights to a free press to provide their audiences with the most trusted news on the most important events impacting their lives.
We Are Broadcasters: The First Amendment
November 2, 2020 marks the 100th anniversary of the first commercial radio broadcast. To celebrate this special anniversary, we’re shining a spotlight on 100 key moments in radio's history.
We hope you’ll join us in celebrating your favorite radio memories throughout 2020. Use the hashtag #Radio100 across social media to share these moments with the world. Here’s to 100 wonderful years of radio, and to at least 100 more!
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