Niemann Pros And Cons

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A personal interview was orchestrated to discuss the controversy of DEXTER. Lauren Niemann, freshman at Becker College, was asked her opinion of the show DEXTER, she said” I love DEXTER. It’s different than most shows that deal with the same subject. The writing and structure of the show has the viewer rooting for the serial killer which is a mind-blowing concept to actually think about and I just love it” (Niemann). Niemann was then informed about the controversy surrounding DEXTER, and was then asked why she thinks the Parent Television Council see DEXTER as “unfit,” she responded, “I can understand why some would see this unfit for television but most cable TV probably isn’t for kids under like 14. Whether it be too much sex, foul language,

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