Spin Control…

Broadcasting & Cable has an interview with CNN President Ken Jautz regarding the network’s programming changes…

Jautz says he is committed to the schedule of multiple re-airs at hours when some cable networks feature original programming.

“We believe that this is a good lineup and it would improve the flow from show to show,” he said. “We think it’s a lineup that underscores what’s important to CNN – a commitment to quality journalism.”

Cooper will launch his syndicated daytime talk show, Anderson, in September, but Jautz said that show’s taping schedule was not a factor in AC360′s move to 8 p.m. Cooper has said Anderson will tape two shows a day, three days a week to balance his responsibilities at CNN.

“We’re not reacting to what someone else has done, we’re doing what we think is the strongest lineup and the best shows,” Jautz said.

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