TV Industry Unveils New Rating System Controversy
Washington critics say the proposed six age based TV ratings lack specificity for parents. Industry officials outline TV Y to TV M ratings with guidance on violence sex and language. first shown with Pinky and the Brain Christmas special.
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On Screen Ratings Expansion Planned for Early Next Year
A plan for on screen ratings aims to guide viewers by early next year with aid from syndicators or stations. The guidance intends to cover a broad audience range from all ages to mature content and may include advisories on language violence and sexual material.
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Pena Moves to Energy Dept as Hispanics Lift Cabinet
President Clinton moved Pen a to Energy while eyeing a Hispanic in the cabinet. Anson Cuomo and Alexis Herman were named to senior posts amid a broader plan to diversify the second-term team. Also announced were Alvarez and Richardson in Cabinet-level roles, with Yellen slated to chair the CEA and McLarty remaining as a presidential counselor.
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Chinese arms dealer visited White House event for donors
An unnamed government source says Wang Jun attended a February 6 coffee hour hosted by President Clinton for Democratic donors. White House officials reportedly cleared entry via Democratic National Committee requests. no background check noted. Separate probes focus on fundraising figures and the role of Charles Yah Lin Thie in access. Justice subpoenas seek four years of records from Clinton defense fund and other fundraisers.
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