"The decision means PBS programming, which includes programs such as "Sesame Street," "Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood," "Antiques Roadshow" and "PBS NewsHour" will remain on the state channel at least for the immediate future."
"Carrying signs reading "Save PBS" and "Elmo Says Don't Be Mean To Alabama Children," a crowd of more than 150 gathered inside and outside the Tuesday meeting to express support for PBS."
"Kids benefit so much, especially autistic kids, from PBS. ... We need PBS,"
The Alabama Educational Television Commission voted unanimously to honor its contract with PBS through July and rejected a motion to give the required 180-day nonrenewal notice for lack of a second. The commission also voted to form a committee to explore the direction of Alabama Public Television. The decision preserves PBS programming on the state channel, including children's and news programs. Two commission members had earlier suggested severing ties, citing federal budget cuts and accusations of conservative bias. More than 150 supporters attended with signs and costumes, and several described benefits such as helping an autistic child develop speech and mobility.
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