Comedians and language

Comedians and language

From Kompas

Television stations should carefully choose their programs for around 7 p.m. because children watch TV at this time. Inappropriate programs will adversely influence the development -- particularly psychological -- of these children.

My observation shows that most TV stations screen programs featuring comedians as well as child actors and actresses.

While it is true that children like comedians, it is a pity that these comedians do not use edifying language. Their language tends to be impolite and vulgar.

Choose programs that suit children's development. Produce TV films for children and do not rely on cartoons alone. Cartoons teach children how to kill others while TV films -- usually for adult audiences -- tend to be both disgusting and vulgar.

All parties concerned should ensure that televisions networks air programs suitable for children.

ILHAM PUTU S.

Bandung