CPJ Alerts: Congressional Hearing Declares PBS and NPR a 'Menace' to U.S. Public Broadcasting

The Committee to Protect Journalists has strongly criticized the misguided depiction of NPR and PBS at a recent Congressional hearing named “Anti-American Airwaves.” Jodie Ginsberg, the CEO of CPJ, highlighted the crucial function these organizations serve in providing essential news to the American public. She cautioned that misrepresenting these outlets as mere propaganda poses a significant threat to informed decision-making among citizens. This distortion undermines the principles of truth and integrity in journalism, further complicating the already challenging landscape for news consumers. Ginsberg's remarks resonate with the broader concern for media fairness, demanding a careful reassessment of how public broadcasters are perceived and portrayed in political discourse. The implications of such narratives extend beyond media representation, posing a risk to democratic engagement and the public's right to access credible information. As such, safeguarding journalistic integrity remains paramount in fostering a well-informed society.