ABSTRACT
One can hardly talk about the phenomenon of satellite television in the Arab world without focusing on live political programs, which many consider to be central to the satellite revolution. An ideal traditional Arab newspaper, magazine, radio or TV station is one which avoids anything that might be construed as offensive to any Arab country. Arab regimes could be right in their belief that successful private Arab TV channels have widened the gap between the governments and the people. Many of the Arab writers, journalists, intellectuals and thinkers who have appeared on our political and cultural debate programs have become household names in all Arab countries. Arabs have grown absolutely fed up watching the official TV channels which have nothing to present but news about whom his majesty, chairmanship or highness has received.
