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PBS Funding Crisis: How Public Broadcasting Survives Federal Cuts

PBS Funding Crisis: How Public Broadcasting Survives Federal Cuts

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Nonprofit law expert Philip DiComo, who facilitated the WXEL-WPBT merger creating South Florida PBS, breaks down the devastating impact of federal funding cuts on public broadcasting. From his unique perspective as both a former PBS executive and attorney, DiComo explains why the recent Congressional rescission threatens the backbone of America's Emergency Broadcasting System and essential educational programming.

Discover innovative survival strategies including immersive exhibits, enhanced underwriting, and digital pivots that stations are using to stay afloat. DiComo addresses the political bias debate, explains why rural and underserved communities face the biggest threat, and reveals how public media lost touch with local supporters. Plus insights on the future of nonprofit media, AI's impact on legal practice, and why some stations get 60% of revenue from federal sources while others get only 6%.

Essential listening for nonprofit leaders, media professionals, and anyone concerned about public broadcasting's survival in the digital age.

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