PTC Slams Stevens on Smut Non-Bill

PTC SLAMS STEVENS ON SMUT NON-BILL
[SOURCE: Broadcasting&Cable, AUTHOR: John Eggerton]
The Parents Television Council reacted Monday to the news that Senate Commerce Committee Chairman Ted Stevens (R-Alaska) had no plans to bring up an indecency bill in his committee until industry self-regulation has been given a chance to work. In a statement, PTC President Brent Bozell accused Sen Stevens of "holding the popular legislation as a political hostage instead of protecting children from the graphic sex, violence and foul language that can be found on broadcast television." "We are not advocating a specific piece of legislation," PTC spokesman Dan Isett said. Why not let the industry self-regulation efforts play out? "I think the industry has been very clear about their idea of self-regulation," he said. "It is to file suit, claiming they should have the ability to air the "f" and "s" words anytime of day, no matter who is watching."
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* Christian Coalition Sends Martin Thank-You Note
[SOURCE: Broadcasting&Cable, AUTHOR: John Eggerton]
The Christian Coalition has asked its members to send FCC Chairman Kevin Martin a thank-you note for the FCC's recent proposed indecency fines, among other things. "Chairman Martin has done a tremendous job in enforcing the indecency rules, such as proposing a record $3.6 million fine against dozens of CBS stations and affiliates for indecency on television," the group says.
http://www.broadcastingcable.com/article/CA6330194?display=Breaking+News