Nor is it an issue of political correctness. This is an important message to both children and adults. It is simply a matter of respect. Imagine the difference in perception of what it means to be a citizen if the term were commonplace in the media. Materialism is not a true value of the culture and should not be reinforced.
Citizens do more than buy products.
The word citizen implies both right and responsibility. Citizenship is an active process. I proudly accept the rights and responsibilities of being a citizen. Please do your part to encourage respect for all citizens through the media. The list that follows contains e-mail addresses for mainstream media editors.