Huh? What does starbucks have to do with anything? Im not religious or conservative at all. I dont give a ---- about a snowman on a cup.
Its you not reading the article. The article clearly states necessary waiver.
Electromagnetic frequency spectrum is a resource that we all have to share. Yes, it's necessary for someone to police that to prevent interference and abuse; and yes, the government would be the logical one to do so. That the government has rules that require access to hearing impaired people may be something you want to debate, but personally I'm for that. I think it's better if the spectrum is available for use by everyone.