A history of US public broadcasting, from its initial, idealist attempt to reshape television, to its current state - mediocre and as dependent on corporate financing as its commercial counterparts.
James Ledbetter is New York Bureau Chief for The Industry Standard. He previously wrote the Press Clips column at the Village Voice. Publications to which he has contributed to The Nation, The Washington Post, Newsday and The New Republic.
A sharp, persuasive analysis of public broadcasting's decline and
fall.
*Newsday*
Crammed with newsy incidents and amazing quotes ... a valuable
source book for years to come.
*Boston Globe*
Ledbetter's refusal to hide behind Big Bird is refreshing; his
recommendations are cogent.
*New York Times*
Ledbetter's view is balanced, his eye is cold and sharp, and his
research is exhaustive.
*Washington Post*
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