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“We are mindful that millions of Americans do not have access to cable or broadband in their homes. And we are committed to using our many platforms to bring more people in essential conversations.” Paula Kerger
By Valerie Milano
Beverly Hills, CA (The Hollywood Times) 8/22/16 –
Exec de Jour’ – Paula Kerger (President, CEO)
Tagline: “We’re PBS”
Mission: To inspire, enrich, and educate.
Franchise shows: News Hour, Masterpiece Theater
Significant new additions:
Ken Burns’ “DEFYING THE NAZIS: THE SHARPS’”
GREAT PERFORMANCES “Hamilton’s America,”
Multi-platform profile – PBS Portal, PBS Kids APP
Hard Numbers:
54 news and documentary Emmy nominations
15% of PBS funding comes from Federal Government