State of the World from NPR Congress has voted to eliminate government funding for public media
Jul 18, 2025
The podcast dives into the recent congressional decision to cut federal funding for public media. It highlights the potential damage this could cause to local journalism and the vital role of trusted news sources. There's a call to action emphasizing the importance of public media in fostering community engagement, particularly in rural regions. The speaker urges listeners to consider their support to ensure that essential media services remain free and accessible for all.
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Impact of Defunding Public Media
- Ending federal funding for public media reduces local reporting, diverse voices, and trusted news access.
- This loss impacts community engagement, especially in rural areas where public media is crucial.
Role and Values of Public Media
- NPR and public media serve the American public with rigorous, impartial journalism that reflects national diversity.
- Public media connects communities during crisis and joy, powered by people, not special interests or shareholders.
Support Public Media Now
- Donate to public media, especially through recurring monthly gifts, to keep journalism strong and accessible.
- Your support helps public media survive and thrive despite loss of government funding.