PBS provides educational program for our children and locally tailored content for families. It's free, and it doesn't require expensive cable or streaming subscriptions. PBS and its affiliate stations also provide emergency alerts that are quick and reliable, reaching 97% of households during natural disasters. Republicans Devastating cuts would mean many PBS stations would be forced to shutter, especially those in rural areas. They likely won't be able to fill the gap. (01:02–01:14)
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Asserts that PBS provides emergency alerts reaching 97% of households during natural disasters.
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