Congress’ decision to eliminate funding for National Public Radio is the right one. To put it plainly, the government has no place in the journalism industry and that includes funding any type of media organizations. Those who believe that government support of NPR is essential for its survival and the survival of the media in America should look at the fact that currently, there are hundreds of nonprofit organizations practicing journalism without taxpayer funding. The mere existence of these organizations demonstrates that NPR can survive without government influence.

And not only are these types of organizations thriving in a time when the journalism industry is undeniably struggling, they are producing quality news and winning the respect of readers around the world.