When Americans look for news they trust, they turn to their local radio and television broadcasters. That’s why when policymakers want to reach their constituents they turn to these local reporters.
Recently, CBS News spoke to U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (WV) and longtime West Virginia radio fixture Hoppy Kercheval about their connection to their state’s communities.
“I talk to Hoppy first because I know I’m talking to West Virginia when I talk to Hoppy,” said Sen. Manchin.
“Hoppy is a pillar of the community,” says young West Virginia business owner Anna Carrier.
To learn more about broadcasters’ work in your community, visit WeAreBradcasters.com.
