Tell PBS Not To Advertise To Children

The New York Times reported that PBS is partnering with Comcast in a kids TV channel -- with advertising.

Of course, PBS was supposed to be a non-commercial alternative to the networks. But PBS seems to have forgotten this.

According to the Times, "Comcast is to announce the details of its new 24-hour digital cable channel for preschoolers, which will feature Elmo, Big Bird, Barney - and commercials. PBS not only approves, but is a partner: the channel's co-owners are PBS, Sesame Workshop and HIT Entertainment, producer of 'Barney and Friends' and 'Bob the Builder.'"

Tell PBS executive vice president Wayne Godwin that PBS should not broadcast commercials to children.

November 22, 2009

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