Russ Stands Up for Packers Fans
Posted by Melissa Ryan on February 27, 2009
Categories: What They're Saying
Yesterday, at a Judiciary Committee hearing Senator Feingold questioned media executives about why many residents of Northern Wisconsin can't watch Packers games with their satellite dishes.
From the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel's Packers Blog:
Because of complicated rules surrounding satellite television, residents in several Wisconsin counties in the northwestern corner of the state are only able to receive Minnesota-based television broadcasts because they fall within those markets. It's a problem Feingold says he often hears during his listening sessions in that part of the state.
"Most of my constituents only want to watch the Vikings when they lose to the Packers and they are frustrated that an arbitrary line on a map prevents them from seeing their favorite team," he said. "We need to look for ways to ensure that people living in Wisconsin are able to watch the news, sports and other programming that affects them."
And:
Asked about his quest to make Packers games available to all Wisconsinites, Feingold called it his "top priority." "I thought I got a very good shot off at the Vikings today so I feel like I've done something," he said.
Russ Feingold: Senator, Statesman, Packers Fan.
I Have charter and am able to watch all pack games. I will never switch to dish or direct tv until this is changed. Hayward, WI
Submitted by Griffster on March 4, 2009I was told by Dish Network that I would receive "local channels" when I signed the contract for an extra $5 per month. Ironically, I am paying $5 for Minneapolis channels. I live in Spooner, Wisconsin. Are they breaking their contract? I didn't receive any local election / news / sports and we had to sign an 18 month contract. According to many Dish Network employees, "there is nothing that they can do." We need help. Thank you!