Family control at Comcast hinders a deal with AT and T

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Philadelphia, PA-based Comcast Corp.s president Brian L. Roberts and family own only 2.4% of the company's shares but controls 87% of the vote. This situation has had a negative influence on the company's proposed takeover of AT and T Broadband.

Securities issued, listed, Brief Article

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Comcast's growth produces an asset: political clout. It's using its power to move the industry - and woo D.C

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Comcast Corp. has developed such political influence that Michael Powell, chairman of the FCC appeared for the official unveiling of the company's high-definition television service in Chicago last month. Some critics objected to this cozy relationship.

Product introduction, New Products/Services, Public affairs, Officials and employees, Political activity, United States. Federal Communications Commission, Behavior, Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Comcast Cable Communications Inc., Powell, Michael (American chairperson)

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Disney's 'no' is far from the final word: Eisner's board lacks 'Poison pill' and other defenses to thwart bid

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The home of Snow white, Mickey mouse, and Donald duck does not have good defense against acquirers, despite Walt Disney Co.'s formal rejection of Comcast Corporations hostile bid. Some of the options for Disney to save itself from risk ruining it in the long run are discussed.

Acquisitions & mergers, Motion picture & video production, Mergers, acquisitions and divestments, Company acquisition/merger, Motion picture industry, Walt Disney Co., Video production companies, Film and video production companies

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