Let's be clear. The fish which we are trying to fry here in America is a big fish. But there are other fish in the sea so to speak. A few weeks ago we noted a
report from the UK Dept. of Justice citing research that shows the harmful effects of pornography. Prompted by this official government document,
many groups in the UK are now demanding a closer look at the filth that permeates the airwaves.
Down under, the worst case scenario has surfaced. Backwoods aboriginals have gotten hooked on pornography. An epidemic of child abuse has arisen. This has led to serious introspection in Australia and New Zealand. A new report shows that
a third of all teenage girls in Australia have been "sexually harassed via the Internet". On top of that,
another study showed that teenage girls are copying sex acts from online pornography. A pedophile's dream, a parent's nightmare to be sure.
Of course, in the States, we're hardly exempt from these influences. New Jersey State Troopers
arrested an Allentown man last week for arranging prostitution for two teenage girls. Still, many pundits continue to water down the effects of pornography on the nation.
Some cite a supposed drop in rape and sexual crimes over the past few years but fail to mention the rise in
sexual misconduct across schools in America.
But far worse than the actual crimes committed are the number of marriages destroyed by pornography. Research confirms that a person who views pornography is more than 3 times more likely to have an affair. There are serious ramifications for these issues that we cannot ignore. Quick note: the national Cyber Tip Line has received over 1500 reports of child pornography...
just last week.
On the positive side of things, there are those that are still fighting the good fight. The local chapter of the Catholic Daughters of the Americans in Columbus, OH have been doing just that for over 15 years.
Morality in Media recently applauded there efforts. Or
the relentless Peggie Miller and her efforts to curb the addiction.
We should also note that
churches, pastors and
parishes across the country are waking up to this serious issue; the business world is taking note of their liabilities and technology companies are
stepping up to the plate. Of course, none of the approaches
can be taken by itself. A comprehensive approach to tackling pornography addiction is seriously needed.
But we have a mountain to climb to make it happen. There are people who will use all their talents and skills to oppose us. Many simply
do not see the danger that they promote. The
"porn fairy" defense simply will not fly.
To be clear, we are under no illusion that pornography is going away. Rather, we envision a world where the vice is shunned, spurned and recognized as a serious threat to society. A world where the negative consequences or producing and distributing pornography will far outweigh the financial benefits.
But while we're focused like a laser on our unique mission at the Lighted Candle Society we will be challenging
certain egregious efforts that cannot be ignored.
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