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Initially, the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB)
did not fund William F. Buckley Jr.'s program "Firing Line".
However, Buckley and his show were associated with PBS and public broadcasting in other ways:
- PBS aired "Firing Line": The program ran on PBS for nearly three decades, becoming an iconic public affairs program known for its lively conversation and debate.
- "American Masters" documentary: PBS's "American Masters" series, supported by CPB, aired a documentary exploring Buckley's impact on American conservatism.
- Rebooted "Firing Line" with Margaret Hoover:This reboot, hosted by a conservative, continues to air on PBS and follows the spirit of Buckley's original program, dedicated to civil discourse and the exchange of ideas.
In recent news, the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) announced it will shut down due to Congress cutting its federal funding. This decision will impact public media organizations like PBS and NPR, which relied on CPB for some funding.