The National Association of Black Owned Broadcasters (NABOB) on Thursday joined an industry coalition that includes the NAB seeking federal advertising dollars to help local radio and television stations avoid severe economic difficulties as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to wreak havoc on the U.S. economy.
With calls for support growing, an antagonist has emerged. It is the pro-cable company and anti-TV retransmission consent group American Television Alliance (ATVA).