"An additional benefit would be in helping to correct the lack of diversity in media ownership," she continues, pointing out that "87 percent of all radio stations are owned by Caucasians, 6 percent are owned by women, and 7 percent by people of color, which influences the programming heard on the public airwaves."

Yeah, Miami used to have a CRAZY number of pirate stations owned by people of color (most of them playing dancehall, but there were some awesome electro options.)

I like this idea, but I have to wonder how many people actually have radios in their homes anymore.

@2: "I have to wonder how many people actually have radios in their homes anymore."

I picture this being really popular among immigrants, people who do not speak english, there are all sorts of community needs that would be served here.

And fuck, I haven't owned a radio in forever, but a local electro station to be my personal Pandora? More Hollow Earth Radio-style stations?

Geez, I'd excitedly BUY a radio if more public radio options like this were enabled.

I like this idea, I am founder of a non profit. Tell me more.