Public media is local journalism. Let’s get the facts straight about defunding it
The debate over defunding public media has largely missed a critical truth: local public radio and TV stations aren’t national mouthpieces—they’re often the last newsroom standing in rural communities. Places like Wyoming depend on stations like KHOL, where reporters live among the people they serve. These outlets aren’t driven by profit or partisanship—they’re grounded in place, powered by trust, and essential for civic life. Cutting their funding won’t correct bias—it’ll silence voices in the places that need them most. Emily Cohen, Executive Directory at Jackson Hole’s KHOL shares this commentary atWyoFile.
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