"Nonprofit's Influence on Christian Rock Dominance in Radio"
The nonprofit Educational Media Foundation (EMF) has been quietly acquiring radio stations across the country, replacing local rock stations with its Christian rock format. EMF, the second-largest station owner in the US, operates under the guise of a not-for-profit organization, exploiting loopholes to expand its reach and influence. Critics argue that EMF's conservative Christian music reflects the values of the religious right and has led to the near-demise of local radio, while also limiting diversity in the genre. The organization's aggressive expansion and use of FCC policies have raised concerns about its impact on the radio landscape and the future of local music and voices.