Bans Quote by Herb Kohl
“We cannot and will not ban the creation of violent video games. But, we can prevent the distribution of these disturbing games to children, where their effects can be negative”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Congressional Testimony, US Senate Committee on Commerce, Science & Transportation, 2005
Violent video games may be harmful to children, so regulation should target distribution rather than creation.
In simple terms: Protect kids from harmful games.
Key Takeaway
Focus on limiting access for minors.
Themes
media regulation
child protection
gaming industry
Mood
concerned
protective
Type
policy
ethical
When to use this quote
- parental controls
- age rating systems
- school policies
- online storefront filters
Key Concepts
censorship
public health
digital media
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we enforce age restrictions without over‑censoring?
- What role should parents play versus government?
A Different Perspective
Balancing free expression with child safety is complex.
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