I am 76, and I have spent my life back and forth between the Miami area, where I grew up, and eastern MA, where I spent various periods of time for various reasons. As far back as I can remember, at least when I have been independent, I have always donated to CPB/NPR wherever I was. I've heard NPR stories about KYUK in Alaska twice, and I now donate to them, too. Even though I live in Miami.
I don't think the federal government supports any other broadcasting. I don't think it should support CPB/NPR. I do not want the federal government's money if I also have to accept its opinion. (Your "When Information Has a Price Tag.")
I have heard endlessly many NPR fundraisers, and they always point out that 10% of listeners donate. It needs to be close to 100%. If people like it, listen or watch, and value it, then they have to make some gesture to support it. You say "Private Rescue is Not Public Obligation." You're right. Public obligation is independent, and should make unnecessary private rescue.
As for the "Unequal Burden," you are again right. And CPB/NPR has to confront that. I remember many years ago when there was an NPR show hosted by Chris Lyons. He was fired, because he became unbearably expensive. Donating to CPB/NPR is borne of passion, and working for it must be, too. And CPB/NPR must do a certain amount of taking from the rich (larger markets) in order to provide a foundation for the poor (smaller markets). That's what gives meaning to "Public Broadcasting."
At 73 yo been listening to NPR since my 30s. It has always been a good source of social information and presents diverse liberal views, while simultaneously reporting on diverse conservative views. It is shame that our government has taken such an extreme capitalistic perspective on things to the extent that they have to bury or simply not report important information. This is a typical authoritarian tactic tried in countries like China and Russia. It is a shame that our government rather than support news organizations like NPR would rather give a permanent tax break to the uber wealthy and corporations. From listening to what remains of independent news reporting it is evident that the tide is turning as people tire of a government by the rich for the rich. The generous donations mentioned are so kind and needed. Small monthly donations by listeners just couldn’t cut it. Go NPR.
I am 76, and I have spent my life back and forth between the Miami area, where I grew up, and eastern MA, where I spent various periods of time for various reasons. As far back as I can remember, at least when I have been independent, I have always donated to CPB/NPR wherever I was. I've heard NPR stories about KYUK in Alaska twice, and I now donate to them, too. Even though I live in Miami.
I don't think the federal government supports any other broadcasting. I don't think it should support CPB/NPR. I do not want the federal government's money if I also have to accept its opinion. (Your "When Information Has a Price Tag.")
I have heard endlessly many NPR fundraisers, and they always point out that 10% of listeners donate. It needs to be close to 100%. If people like it, listen or watch, and value it, then they have to make some gesture to support it. You say "Private Rescue is Not Public Obligation." You're right. Public obligation is independent, and should make unnecessary private rescue.
As for the "Unequal Burden," you are again right. And CPB/NPR has to confront that. I remember many years ago when there was an NPR show hosted by Chris Lyons. He was fired, because he became unbearably expensive. Donating to CPB/NPR is borne of passion, and working for it must be, too. And CPB/NPR must do a certain amount of taking from the rich (larger markets) in order to provide a foundation for the poor (smaller markets). That's what gives meaning to "Public Broadcasting."
At 73 yo been listening to NPR since my 30s. It has always been a good source of social information and presents diverse liberal views, while simultaneously reporting on diverse conservative views. It is shame that our government has taken such an extreme capitalistic perspective on things to the extent that they have to bury or simply not report important information. This is a typical authoritarian tactic tried in countries like China and Russia. It is a shame that our government rather than support news organizations like NPR would rather give a permanent tax break to the uber wealthy and corporations. From listening to what remains of independent news reporting it is evident that the tide is turning as people tire of a government by the rich for the rich. The generous donations mentioned are so kind and needed. Small monthly donations by listeners just couldn’t cut it. Go NPR.