People feel powerless before offensive portrayals of sex and violence in the media.
The Bishops now call them to address intelligently and effectively a problem which affects the very fabric of our national culture. Our ability to respond to each other with dignity and respect is eroded by whatever demeans the human person. The Church has an obligation to dignify, enhance and humanize the culture. It has had that role historically, and it has a critical role in doing so today. Decision-makers who create and disseminate offensive material and programming bear the primary blame.