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Murrey Jacobson
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National Affairs Editor, PBS
Washington
Beats
Biography
I oversee coverage of economics and business, health policy and medicine, science and tech, education, and a variety of other subjects. At the moment, my beats are as far ranging as ebola, the long road back on economic recovery and tough job market, Affordable Care Act, the battles over public schools, the Federal Reserve, and tech disruption among others. Prior lives have included time as free-lance writer, reporter at Union News/Sunday Republican in Western Massachusetts, alum of beloved City News Bureau of Chicago.
business, education technology, economy sports., health science news
medical devices, consumer gadgets
Content
Company Info
PBS
PBS (Public Broadcasting Service) is a nonprofit organization that provides educational television programming to public TV stations across the United States. Established in 1969 and beginning operations in 1970, PBS is headquartered in Virginia and serves around 350 member stations nationwide, including U.S. territories like Guam and Puerto Rico. It is funded through federal appropriations, corporate sponsorships, and individual donations. PBS is known for its commitment to educational content and cultural programming. It offers a variety of shows, including children's programming like *Sesame Street*, cultural series such as *Masterpiece Theatre*, and public affairs programs like *PBS NewsHour*. PBS also produces acclaimed documentaries, including *NOVA* and *Frontline*. The organization provides digital content through its website and streaming services, ensuring broad access to its programming. PBS emphasizes local relevance while maintaining national standards for educational quality, making it a trusted media institution recognized with numerous awards.
Oklahoma City, , United States
+1 703-739-5000
Founded: 1969