1.   Broadcasters argue vehemently that they are being sincere.

2.   Broadcasters argued that cable companies made the impact of must-carry seem more onerous than it really is.

3.   Broadcasters have argued that cable companies can expand their networks to allow space for both the local channels and the new programming.

4.   Fairness is right, the broadcasters argue.

5.   Internet broadcasters had argued that the proposed rates would force large numbers of them out of business.

6.   The broadcasters argue that they cannot afford to provide free over-the-air television if they are forced to bid on the digital licenses.

7.   Broadcasters successfully argued before lawmakers that they already were promoting the music.

8.   Broadcasters had argued that they already pay licensing fees allowing them to play the copyrighted material on radio airwaves.

9.   Broadcasters have argued that they already pay licensing fees to songwriters and music publishers so that they can play the copyrighted material on radio airwaves.

10.   Commercial broadcasters argue that adding new low-power stations would cause significant interference with existing stations and degrade service to listeners.