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PBS Furloughs 25% Kids Staff Amid Funding Cuts

5/23/2025

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PBS has been forced to furlough 25% of its Kids staff following a $23 million cut to the Ready To Learn grant, a vital source of funding for educational programming for over three decades. President Paula Kerger vows to continue the battle for these essential services, highlighting the impact of shifting priorities on children's education.

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PBS has been forced to furlough 25% of its Kids staff following a $23 million cut to the Ready To Learn grant, a vital source of funding for educational programming for over three decades. President Paula Kerger vows to continue the battle for these essential services, highlighting the impact of shifting priorities on children's education.