Code Switch Congress has voted to eliminate government funding for public media
Jul 18, 2025
Congress's recent decision to cut funding for public media raises significant concerns. The discussion highlights the vital role public media plays in fostering informed communities and healthy discourse. Listeners are urged to consider the consequences of losing these essential services and the importance of supporting them to ensure they remain accessible to everyone. It's a compelling call to action for those who value information and diversity in media.
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Catherine Marr's NPR Listener Story
- Catherine Marr shares she was a curious listener of NPR before working in public media.
- She recalls how NPR stories improved her understanding of the world and made her a better student.
Impact of Funding Cut on Public Media
- Cutting federal funding to public media reduces coverage of local news and state events.
- It limits storytelling reflecting the nation's diversity and connection, hurting rural communities especially.
Public Media’s Crucial Role in Rural Areas
- Loss of public media funding affects millions, especially in rural areas where it offers trusted news and emergency alerts.
- Public media is a vital source of everyday connection and companionship for many Americans.