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The Good fight: One congressman's argument for defunding National Public Radio.

Authors :
EICHER, NICK
Source :
World (0888-157X). Jul2024, Vol. 39 Issue 12, p64-64. 1p.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

This article discusses the argument made by Congressman Bob Good for defunding National Public Radio (NPR). The article highlights a whistleblower's account of ideological uniformity and left-leaning bias within NPR's newsroom. Congressman Good has introduced legislation to cut off direct federal funding to NPR and prevent its affiliate network from using federal grants to license NPR content. The article acknowledges the historical credibility and calmness of NPR's sound but expresses disappointment in its current state. The author hopes for NPR's reform and return to professionalism while acknowledging the importance of competition in the media landscape. [Extracted from the article]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0888157X
Volume :
39
Issue :
12
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
World (0888-157X)
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
178058942