The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) monitors indecent speechthat is, language that describes, in terms patently offensive as

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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) monitors indecent speech—that is, “language that describes, in terms patently offensive as measured by contemporary community standards for the broadcast medium, sexual or excretory activities and organs.” The FCC had long ignored so-called fleeting expletives. During a television broadcast of the Golden Globe Awards, the rock band U2’s lead singer, Bono, commented, “This is really, really, f***ing brilliant.” The FCC issued a complaint about Bono’s comment, stating that any use of “the F-Word” falls within the scope of the indecency definition. Children are often exposed to indecent language in various media. Does this mean that we need more—or less—stringent regulation? Explain. [Federal Communications Commission v. Fox Television Stations, Inc., 556 U.S. 502, 129 S.Ct. 1800, 173 L.Ed.2d 738 (2009)]

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