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Dear Editor,
It has been argued that our federal government is bloated, inefficient and in desperate need of budgetary reductions. Others counter as the world’s richest country we should be able to afford programs that keep us healthy, safe, educated and spiritually aware.
A recent federal executive edict threatens funding for public broadcasting. Such a reduction in support could lead to the elimination of a dedicated information source that enlightens all; and to this letter: These cuts will diminish spiritual enlightenment and delivery of important information. Many Palouse faith communities rely on Northwest Public Broadcasting (NWPB) to provide information and spiritual growth for our congregants. A quick survey of the NWPB website revealed that since the new year, seven in-depth local stories on religious subjects were broadcast.
Nationally, the programs “The Pulse” and “Life Kit” bring us stories on how spirituality influences our daily lives. Moreover, local faith communities have been engaged in organizing, sponsoring and producing the Roger Williams Symposium. This symposium has been featured in the past on NWPB.
Our local station NWPB and the national link to National Public Radio provide strong ties to our community and link us to improved spiritual growth. To that end, we of the Interfaith Connection oppose cuts to NPR. Please write, call and communicate in any other fashion with our elected leaders who serve us in Congress. Please join us in our opposition to any reduction in public broadcasting.
Signed,
Interfaith Connection of the Palouse
The views expressed in this opinion column are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of FāVS News. FāVS News values diverse perspectives and thoughtful analysis on matters of faith and spirituality.
