Priest Pfleger challenges Springer amid TV ads pull
Chicago priest Rev. Michael Pfleger urged an ad boycott against Jerry Springer and pressed for a meeting with Studios USA to curb violence on the show. Pfleger said victory came when the producer agreed to remove violence, drawing praise from parishioners and framing the fight as a civil rights era worthy cause.
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Jerry Springer feud draws church protest and TV clash
Gerald Springer faces criticism from Father Pfleger as protests target Springer’s TV show moves between WMAQ TV and Fox stations. Pfleger argues the church and producers drive the program while Springer stays distant. Critics call Pfleger publicity hungry, and commentators note Springer’s resilience in media battles.
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Entertainment industry drives California economy recovery
A four year study finds Hollywood's payroll and vendor spend boosted California out of recession with 27.5 billion in direct entertainment impact in 1996. statewide employment rose 38 percent to 296000 with 479100 in indirect jobs. Los Angeles County led spending with 14.2 billion in 1996.
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