DJ: As an independent filmmaker, an African-American artist and activist, I want to make the strongest, most creative statements possible for… my culture… my people… and marginalized people regardless of color.  PBS receives funding from the federal government and various government-related agencies.  Consequently, they are impacted by politics.  They are in a very difficult position. They have to make sure that their funding sources aren’t threatened or upset with their content. What I see now in terms of mainstream media is a new freedom. Netflix, Amazon, and others are audience-driven.  This makes very different relationships possible for diverse, creative projects from independents like me.