Nexstar and Sinclair are bringing back Kimmel, but many viewers may have found alternatives while he was blacked out | Fortune
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Nexstar and Sinclair are bringing back Kimmel, but many viewers may have found alternatives while he was blacked out | Fortune
"As a local broadcaster, Nexstar remains committed to protecting the First Amendment while producing and airing local and national news that is fact-based and unbiased and, above all, broadcasting content that is in the best interest of the communities we serve, We stand apart from cable television, monolithic streaming services, and national networks in our commitment-and obligation-to be stewards of the public airwaves."
"feedback from viewers, advertisers, and community leaders representing a wide range of perspectives."
"commitmentment to professionalism and accountability."
Nexstar and Sinclair called off previous boycotts and resumed airing Jimmy Kimmel Live! on ABC affiliates beginning Friday night. Nexstar cited a commitment to protecting the First Amendment, producing fact-based and unbiased news, and broadcasting content in the best interest of local communities. Sinclair pointed to feedback from viewers, advertisers, and community leaders as a factor and said talks with ABC about professionalism and accountability remain ongoing. Kimmel’s return drew 6.3 million TV viewers and his monologue garnered over 21 million YouTube views, marking unusually high audience engagement.
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