Media+Discrimination?

//When is the last time you remember where there wasnt some controversy about the superbowl. This weekend's installation of America's pastime will be no different. Recently CBS announced that they will refuse to advertise a gay dating site's commercial ad, after the company vowed to pay cash for the airtime. Understandably, image is a factor in their decision as past superbowls have led to public relation nightmares for CBS (ie. Janet Jackson). However, given the halftime performers (The Who and Peter Townsend - a multiple time convicted registered sex offender), and their past record, one has to wonder if this is an act of discrimination. Where is the line drawn, and what do you think on the situation? Is it acceptable to show a girl/girl dating site versis a man/man dating site? Think of ads you have seen during past superbowls and comment on what you think. Remember, the topic is discrimination in the media, not homosexuality! The ad is below if you care to watch, here is what you are to do.//

 1. Under the discussion tab at the top of the page you are to start a new discussion

2. Once you post your discussion, refresh the page and then look at what your classmates said, and pick two people to comment on.

3. Each time you post your discussion or response, you need to refresh the page to see the updates. 

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Once you are done with the above assignment, click on the link below to see what your teachers thought, as they did the same exercise on Monday during the conference day. Simply click on their discussion pages to check it out.


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