You can' t say NPR, threatened with loss of federal funding, isn't trying. The organization has launched a media charm offensive through friendly organs such as the Washington Post. Today's WP includes an article about NPR's music arm. It turns out the music programming is quite popular. The article cites how recording firms, publicists, and listeners like NPR Music. The photo shows NPR Music's application for Apple handheld devices.
The buzz and popularity are fine. However, NPR Music's success begs the question of the need for NPR to be funded by taxpayer money. NPR -- and its audience -- is far better off free and clear of Congress. The network has shown it can achieve funding goals without federal subsidy. Why not start now?
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