Maybe I just wasn't paying close attention to WHY its call sign is WDUQ, but I honestly didn't realize before that DUQ was operated completely under the umbrella of Duquesne University, including financially. So, I was surprised and disappointed to see that Pittsburgh's primary provider of NPR is not accepting underwriting from Planned Parenthood, because Duquesne says no.
Of course, realizing the connection betwen WDUQ and Duquesne, I'm not surprised; Duquesne doesn't exactly have a progressive reputation. But I do have to wonder if the administration is very aware of the social leanings of the main demographics that tune in to NPR. Are they similarly unwilling to accept donations from liberally-minded individuals who support options other than abstinence?
I also have to wonder how many of those liberally-minded members realize that when they are donating to WDUQ, they are pretty much donating to Duquesne. I, personally, am supportive enough of NPR that I don't think I will reconsider my decision. However, it did give me pause to realize the connection. A good reminder to always be sure you know just who you're donating to.
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