PBS: Behind the Screen

Laurence Jarvik spoke about the findings in his new book, "PBS: Behind the Screen". It focuses on how PBS is funded, whether it is profitable and… read more

Laurence Jarvik spoke about the findings in his new book, "PBS: Behind the Screen". It focuses on how PBS is funded, whether it is profitable and whether it has a political agenda evident in its programming. Then Charles Lichtenstein commented on the book and Mr. Jarvik’s remarks. Both presenters also dealt with the larger issue of the role of public television in a free society. Afterward, they took questions from the audience. close

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  • David Boaz Executive Vice President Cato Institute
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PBS: Behind the Screen

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Program ID:
77659-1
Category:
Public Affairs Event
Format:
Forum
Location:
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
First Aired:
Jan 18, 1997 | 9:08pm EST | C-SPAN 2
Last Aired:
Jan 19, 1997 | 6:08am EST | C-SPAN 2

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  • Jan 18, 1997 | 9:08pm EST | C-SPAN 2
  • Jan 19, 1997 | 12:08am EST | C-SPAN 2
  • Jan 19, 1997 | 6:08am EST | C-SPAN 2
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