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PBS And Ken Burns Vow To Do Better On Diversity But Critics Aren't Convinced

Filmmaker Ken Burns has produced and directed historical documentaries for more than 30 years. In March, 140 documentary filmmakers signed <a href=&quot;https://www.npr.org/2021/03/31/982706363/filmmakers-call-out-pbs-for-a-lack-of-diversity-over-reliance-on-ken-burns&quot;>a letter</a> to PBS executives, suggesting the service may provide an unfair level of support to white creators. (PBS)
Filmmaker Ken Burns has produced and directed historical documentaries for more than 30 years. In March, 140 documentary filmmakers signed a letter to PBS executives, suggesting the service may provide an unfair level of support to white creators. (PBS)

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