It’s time to get this done:

The movement to introduce low-power radio stations onto the FM dial in urban areas got a boost Friday from two powerful senators who introduced a bill allowing federal regulators to license small stations.

Sens. John McCain (R-Arizona), chairman of the Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, and Patrick Leahy (D-Vermont), the ranking member on the Judiciary Committee, introduced the measure, which they hope will lead to the introduction of hundreds of community radio stations that can reach listeners up to 3.5 miles away.

I’m all in favor of licensing low-power (100 watts and less) stations in communities that aren’t being served by truly local radio. Technically, it could work, but corporate broadcasters are needlessly paranoid. Congress needs to hear the voice of the people on this.