Wild Card with Rachel Martin Congress has voted to eliminate government funding for public media
Jul 18, 2025
Congress's recent decision to cut funding for public media raises alarms about the future of local journalism. The discussion highlights the critical role that public media plays in connecting communities and delivering essential news. Concerned voices urge listeners to take action and support this vital service, emphasizing the need for accessible information in today's world. The conversation sheds light on the potential consequences of losing public media, prompting a call to safeguard its future.
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Catherine Marr's Personal NPR Story
- Catherine Marr remembers NPR as a listener, sparked curiosity and better learning.
- This highlights personal impact of public media on individuals' knowledge and growth.
Impact of Funding Cuts
- Cutting public media funding reduces local reporters and diverse voices.
- This diminishes community connection and access to essential local news and emergency alerts.
Public Media's Core Mission
- Public media serves the public with rigorous, independent journalism.
- It reflects the full diversity and connects communities in crisis and joy.