R.E.M. had a hit song in 1983 named after "Radio Free Europe," inspired by the federally funded news service that helped spread American ideals abroad. Now, the struggling organization, which says the Trump administration is withholding millions in funding that Congress had appropriated, is hoping a little bit of rock and roll can help keep them afloat.
Main Idea: R.E.M. is helping Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty raise money after the Trump administration froze federal funding for the news group.
Key Points:
A loss of US funding for Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty could weaken independent news and reduce information available to voters and communities abroad.
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