Every time I see this guy's picture I think sweaty country Baptist minister preaching hell and damnation.

Amen.

I think he looks like Satan. Give him some horns and a pitchfork.

Gee.... it really shows you how truly afraid the NAB is of any competition, and how they think they think they can stick their noses into other legitimate bussiness's . I always knew satellite radio was great, but I guess I underestimated how truly bad terrestrial radio was. Kevin Martin needs to show some guts as a commissioner, and approve this merger and get things moving in a positive direction.

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Why are they STILL MEETING this late in the game? good grief almighty, haven't they said all they can say without repeating themselves? Time to do some gov't agency cutting, starting with the FCC.

THE FCC MUST STOP TAKING BRIBES FROM THE NAB. THEY SHOULD ALL BE IN PRISON

I think that the FCC has made a decsion, at least an initial decision and is giving all "interested parties" a chance to give it a last go. This is what happened at the DOJ prior to its ruling.

More Danica Patrick, Less David Rehr!

the merger would "violate the Commission's long-standing prohibition against a merger of the nation's only two satellite radio licensees" that the FCC needs to be mindful of Sirius and XM's "record of violations of the Commission's rules."

NO! to "merge" MONOPOLY.

this merger crap has gone on soo long that I quite my job @ a sat rad company X and moved on.. nobody gives a sh*t outside of this clique (XM.Sir.NAB.vested interests and there aren't many left). long term play is not good.

Rehr aka. Fumbles is an ex-beer promoter and is probably a raging alcoholic - the NAB conventions are just for alcoholics and screwing prostitutes. Maybe, he has a walking case of gonorrhea and always looks angry because it hurts to pee.

Dear Interested Parties,

The merger is approved as promised. We are all set for Christmas.

Investors your gift is a $7 stock by November.

Mel

Sounds like terrestrial radio is the actual monopoly here and they're trying to keep it that way.

hey twinkle-toes, pipe down. $7 stock? you're dreaming-

Yeah, NAB is going to be history when this merger goes through. Dave Rehr won't have a job any longer. He will go down in history as the biggest loser in NAB history.

The NAB does not represent satellite radio, therefore it does not represent satellite radio consumers. It seems to me that the NAB are misrepresenting themselves to the FCC when they claim to be arguing their case "that a merged Sirius-XM will harm consumers." Which consumers is the NAB talking about, the satellite radio consumer, or the consumers their organization is going to loose to satellite radio should the merger be approved? Maybe the NAB should discuss this technicality with their legal team, and the FCC do the same, as should Sirius and XM with their legal teams.

please make a choice i have radios to put under the tree

Thank you once again Mr. Rehr and NAB for proving terrestrial radio competes with satellite radio. Keep objecting to the merger...please. That strategy worked well with the DOJ

Does ICO class as a licensed satellite radio company now - so even by the NAB's narrow definition of competition, there will still be no monopoly here.

well-spoken, Peter Mackreth

If the FCC can't see through that line of bullshit then they are dumber than a box of rocks. The NAB are being disingenuous in arguing for the protection of the consumer when it's clear that they are concerned for their bottom line and the threat that SatRad poses to their current terrestrial monopoly. All those that doubt the future success of Siri-Xm need look no further than the actions of the NAB to try to block the merger approval. The extent to which they are trying to influence the FCC speaks volumes.

EVERYONE.......GO TO TOUR WINDOW.......STICK YOUR HEAD OUT......AND YELL... HELL NO WE WON'T TAKE THIS ANY MORE!!!!!!! THEN REPEAT, AGAIN AND AGAIN AND AGAIN.

Time to flood the FCC offices with e-mail. AND KEEP SENDING THEM AT LEAST FIVE TIMES DAILY WITHE SAME E-MAILS UNTIL THEY APPROVE THE MERGER. IF ENOUGH PEOPLE DO IT, MAYBE THEY'LL GET THE MESSAGE.

What about this what os the NAB doing about them?
They are Competition for Sat Radio and regular radio so Sirius will not be a Monopoly if merged with XM.

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"ICO is poised to deliver a unique interactive suite of mobile services for American consumers, and Delphi's extensive experience in mobile electronics makes them an ideal partner as we implement ICO's go-to-market strategy," said Craig Jorgens, president of ICO.

Classic example of why i am a libertarian. Only in the US government is such a waste of time and money not only expected but encouraged....Quick, make it look like we're busy so we can justify our jobs and existence. Anyone that has ever been to a state license bureau or driven by a 'construction crew' sitting on their asses understands there is no accountability in government.

Classic example of why i am a libertarian. Only in the US government is such a waste of time and money not only expected but encouraged....Quick, make it look like we're busy so we can justify our jobs and existence. Anyone that has ever been to a state license bureau or driven by a 'construction crew' sitting on their asses understands there is no accountability in government.

Everyone should copy Peter Mackreth's note and send it to the FCC commissoners. And keep sending.............................................................................................

TURD parties keep trying to stick their (stinky) noses in this, so it is time for the people to rise and have a revolt.

the website is http://www.fcc.gov

HOW MANY FREE LUNCHES OR DINNERS DOES IT TAKE FOR THE FCC TO MAKE A DECISION?

"EVERYONE.......GO TO TOUR WINDOW.......STICK YOUR HEAD OUT......AND YELL... HELL NO WE WON'T TAKE THIS ANY MORE!!!!!!! THEN REPEAT, AGAIN AND AGAIN AND AGAIN."

I did that.. my straitjacket fits better everyday.. how's yours doin'..

I am sure that most Americans will be more affected by the Delta/Northwest merger than by two Satellite Radio companies. The DOJ apparently agrees. It seems to me that with all this stalling the FCC, would be the drunk guy with pee all over himself at the club

>>> I am sure that most Americans will be more affected by the Delta/Northwest merger than by two Satellite Radio companies.

Yeah, I was just reading about it over on the Delta Airlines blog.

Give it up Matt Damon!...geez!

SATELLITE SERVICE THAT CHARGES CUSTOMERS TO USE THEIR PRODUCT OR FREE RADIO SERVICE THAT HAVE COMMERCIAL BREAKS. I DON'T UNDERSTAND THE PROBLEM, LET THE MARKET PLACE DECIDE BETWEEN THESE TWO COMPETATIVE ARENA'S. OH! DID I SAY COMPETATIVE - WOW, I GUESS THAT TAKES THE MERGER QUESTION TO ITS ACUTAL DELIMA. HOW CAN THERE BE A MONOPLY IF THERE IS COMPETITION

the merger would "violate the Commission's long-standing prohibition against a merger of the nation's only two satellite radio licensees" that the FCC needs to be mindful of Sirius and XM's "record of violations of the Commission's rules."

NO! to "merge" MONOPOLY.

When will this asshole finally go away! and the FCC get off there ass and approve once and for all!!

What is poor rich and the rest of the blind, ignorant, satrad fanboys to do when the FCC disapproves and CRUSHES this "merge" MONOPOLY?

None of this is the FCC's or NAB's doings, "they" are NOT the "assholes". Any smart consumer has the thinking power to see this "merge" MONOPOLY is a result of both satrad companies management failures and Mel thinking a "merge" MONOPOLY is a way to make a quick buck before the whole satrad industry crumbles, because "merge" or no "merge" satrad in it's current form is DOA. Using sat's to provide audio and expecting enough consumers to become subscribers to make money has been a proven failure as neither company has ever come close to making money. Also as we've seen content costs money, satrad is a gamble at best, and the results of that gamble are shown quarter after quarter as failures.

NO! to "merge" MONOPOLY.

I think Steve Earle said it best...F the CC

I used to listen to the radio
And I don’t guess they’re listenin’ to me no more
They talk too much but that’s okay
I don’t understand a single word they say
Piss and moan about the immigrants
But don’t say nothin’ about the president
A democracy don’t work that way
I can say anything I wanna say

So fuck the FCC
Fuck the FBI
Fuck the CIA
Livin’ in the motherfuckin’ USA

http://youtube.com/watch?v=gUYWGo4Fl2s&feature=related

I hate to break it to you Mr. Anonymous, but Satellite radio just happens to be fastest growing medium today, since the advent of cable tv. Satellite radio will become the established radio standard in the years to come. With or without the merger. Don't let that scare you though. You will always have your static fillled, commercial laden, thought edited, rabbit eared, what passes for "entertainment" to listen to.

[[quote]]What is poor rich and the rest of the blind, ignorant, satrad fanboys to do when the FCC disapproves and CRUSHES this "merge" MONOPOLY?[[/quote]]

But aren't you a "fanboy" because of your passion for the radio as well? How are you different from the other "fanboys"?

I'm a sucker for options... Don't ask how much I've lost since since this thing was announced... but I keep buying. I don't care. I admit, SIRIUS stock is horrid. BUT I love this company. And if it EVER pops, I'm going to be in :)

when will that ignorant NAB fan boy go away!

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David Rehr.......rhymes with rear, as in complete ASS! This guy looks like most every one else who is part and parcel of the Bush Administration -- like he's constipated and hasn't gotten laid in several decades. Kevin Martin looks like a complete TOOL himself. We have people in positions of power in this country who are relics from the past, appointed by imbeciles who were voted into office by morons! This merger has turned into a complete fiasco, and has exposed our government in all it's scandalous glory. Corruption personified! Has anything of so little significance ever come under more scrutiny than this issue? Not that I can remember. Why is the government even involved in this situation? The only monopoly in radio is Clearchannel. They own most of the terrestrial radio stations. They, along with the NAB and Bush's Evil Empire are all in cahoots with one another in this criminal attempt to stop this merger and put these two companies out of business. People should be outraged by this calculated and contrived merger delay. I hope Mel is consulting with his legal council in order to seek retribution as a result of this government conspiracy.

the merger would "violate the Commission's long-standing prohibition against a merger of the nation's only two satellite radio licensees" that the FCC needs to be mindful of Sirius and XM's "record of violations of the Commission's rules."

NO! to blind, ignorant, satrad fanboys.
NO! to "merge" MONOPOLY.

Just a couple of points of clarification. (1) ICO is now planning to use its service to offer backseat video and GPS (initially they were going to do two-way telephone service). Personally, I don't think that backseat TV and GPS is a competiitive alternative to satellite radio, even assuming ICO could actually generate any subscribers for these services. (2) Clear Channel owns more radio stations of any one company, but certainly not most of the stations. After they complete their effort to sell about 425 stations in a few months, Clear Channel will own about 800 stations, of the total 11,000+ in the country. And they are not allowed to own more than 8 in any one radio market. 8 per market compared to the 300 channels that a merged XM-Sirius will control.

May 1st is rapidly approaching and STILL NO DECISION! What the hell is Jackass Martin doing in the FCC!! I say free sat radio!!!!!

davey1975 - why would the fcc are about May 1st? its never been the gov't's job to decide on a merger or other transaction in time for some arbitrary deadline set by private industry. there's deals going on all the time that the govt has to approve. Most companies don't make public statements promising shareholders that the govt will rule by some date - only XM and Sirius have been stupid enough to do this.

why is it that blind ignorant NAB fanboys never realize their stupidity?....must i explain why these FM radio warriors have no clue what this merger is all about!
no! to corny, ignorant, fm radio warrors
yes! to "merge" non-MONOPOLY.