Why Did the FCC Force Analog TV Stations to Shut Down?

In this video I talk about the main reason the FCC forced analog TV stations to convert to digital. Many people believe that the digital signals don't travel as far as analog - so why was it shut off? Was it a conspiracy to get people to subscribe to cable or satellite services? Link to my videos on the last analog TV stations in the US:    • Analog TV Stations Still on the Air in 2021      • Analog TV Stations Still on the Air in 202...   Check out the Antenna Man Store for recommended antennas and accessories: https://www.amazon.com/shop/antennaman For an antenna recommendation from me visit my website: http://antennamanpa.com/antenna-recom... Considering a Channel Master antenna? Use my affiliate link below: https://www.channelmaster.com/?rfsn=6... 🔌 Did my videos help you cut the cord? If so, consider a PayPal contribution, Patreon, or a Channel Membership: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_...   / antennaman   Sign up to my e-mail list: https://bit.ly/2whSoTI Like my Facebook page:   / antennamanpa   E-mail brief general questions or sponsorship inquires to [email protected] - before sending an e-mail consider a custom antenna recommendation below if you are looking for help with an antenna setup. http://www.antennamanpa.com/antenna-r... Note: this video and description contains affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links, I'll receive a small commission.