Sen. Paul Simon said "I would like to commend Mr. Valenti for one of his best speeches yet on this subject. He has shown true leadership in his industry with his call for shared responsibility between families, the Government, and the entertainment industry in addressing the issue of television violence. In his latest speech, Mr. Valenti pointed out that the freedoms guaranteed by the first amendment carry with them an obligation to act socially responsible. He called on his colleagues in the creative community to take responsibility for their work. Mr. Valenti has once again proven his sensitivity and insight into this complicated matter, and I would like to thank him for his work." @ PoliticalQuotes.com

On the recordFebruary 22, 1994

I would like to commend Mr. Valenti for one of his best speeches yet on this subject. He has shown true leadership in his industry with his call for shared responsibility between families, the Government, and the entertainment industry in addressing the issue of television violence. In his latest speech, Mr. Valenti pointed out that the freedoms guaranteed by the first amendment carry with them an obligation to act socially responsible. He called on his colleagues in the creative community to take responsibility for their work. Mr. Valenti has once again proven his sensitivity and insight into this complicated matter, and I would like to thank him for his work.

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Sen. Paul Simon

Illinois

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Editor's note · Context

The speaker commends Jack Valenti for his leadership on addressing television violence.

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