Were not doing it that way.

Were doing it based on those we serve.

The governor said that the current public television structure, with government funding, was outdated.

Kevin Stitt

Oklahoma Governor Kevin StittAlex Wong/Getty Images

The measure overwhelmingly passed the Republican-controlled state legislature.

The bipartisan support for public broadcasting among Oklahoma lawmakers extends to those in Congress.

A spokesperson did not immediately return a request for comment on the governors veto.

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