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Thousands of Czechs are rallying in Prague to protest a government plan to overhaul the funding for public broadcasters. The plan was approved last week. It proposes financing public radio and television from the state budget instead of fees from individuals and businesses. Critics warn this could threaten media independence and they cite examples from Slovakia and Hungary. Protesters gathered in front of the Czech public television building on Sunday with staff planning a warning strike on Monday. The government plan would reduce media funding by about 15% without future guarantees. Organizers emphasize that media shouldn't belong to politicians.
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