Freedom of Speech & Press

And partisan noise, Public Broadcasting – NPR and PBS – stands as a vital beacon of truth, education, and unbiased reporting. For decades, it has served as the quiet bedrock of an informed citizenry, delivering fact-checked news, groundbreaking documentaries, and enriching educational content to every corner of our nation, regardless of zip code or economic status.

In the first 100 days, we've seen:

• Relentless Funding Attacks: Despite providing immense public value at a minuscule cost per taxpayer, there are ongoing, politically motivated attempts to strip public broadcasting of its federal funding. This isn't about fiscal responsibility; it's about silencing independent voices.

• Baseless Accusations of Bias: Without evidence, these trusted institutions are routinely targeted with unfounded accusations of partisan bias, aimed at eroding public trust in their credibility and justifying defunding efforts.

• The War on Information: The attacks on NPR and PBS are part of a broader strategy to control narratives and limit access to diverse, fact-based information. When reliable sources are undermined, the door is opened wider for propaganda and manufactured outrage.

• Undermining Community Connection: Beyond national news, public broadcasting offers local programming, fostering community dialogue and shared understanding, something increasingly vital in a fractured society. Attacks on it are attacks on local connection.