Fox vs. DIRECTV: Who's Wrong?

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Fox vs. DIRECTV: Who's Wrong?
By Swanni

Washington, D.C. (October 24, 2011) -- The battle is on. Fox says DIRECTV is too cheap to pay a fair price to carry such cable networks as the Fox Movie Channel, FX and nearly 20 regional sports channels.

DIRECTV says Fox is asking for a 40 percent increase over the previous fee required to carry the channels; the satcaster says that exceeds the fair market value and would require it to charge its subscribers more in monthly bills.

The two companies acknowledge that unless a deal is agreed to by November 1, it's highly likely that DIRECTV will be forced to drop roughly 20-25 Fox cable networks. And that impasse could lead to further problems on January 31 when DIRECTV's contract with the Fox News Channel expires.

So, who's wrong? Fox or DIRECTV? Or, are both of these companies wrong in their positions?

Here's your chance to vote. And believe me, your voice will be heard. Both companies are closely watching how public opinion is reacting to their every move.

So, cast your vote below. And you can also post a comment!

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Phillip Swann is president and publisher of TVPredictions.com. He has been quoted in dozens of publications and broadcast outlets, including CNN, Fox News, Inside Edition, The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Chicago Tribune, The Financial Times, The Associated Press and The Hollywood Reporter. He can be reached at swann@tvpredictions.com or at 703-505-3064.

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