Critical Analysis: Youth and the Media
In "Lessons from Littleton: What Congress Doesn't Want to Hear about Youth and the Media", Henry Jenkins describes how violent entertainment is portrayed as a witch. He then continues to explain that something needs to be done about the "cultural pollution" that our teens are exposed to. Due to the many problems with the "scientific" approach to culture it is up to the parents to limit or control what or how much violent media their child takes in. I would have to agree with Jenkins, that steps need to be taken, such as parents taking a stand, greater awareness efforts, and alternative social connections.
First, I would like to emphasize seeing how there are many variables and opinions concerning the definition of "violent" media, that Congress is unlikely to set federal policies to regulate media content. The reasoning behind these series of hearings was to humiliate the entertainment industries and to also stimulate the public. Due......
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