You cannot open a MacDonald's across the street from another one, because they have a franchise and a protected area. Television Networks operate almost the same way. If you own a TV station that carries THE TV network in your town and a local cable or satellite company has THE TV network available from NY and TX, you have the right as the local THE TV network affiliate to request that cable or satellite company not DUPLICATE your programming. That company must abide by FCC rules and display the blackout notice. The next time that you see the sign about blackout restrictions, check to see if it tells you that the program is available on your local channel.
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