On Sun, Mar 18, 2012 at 9:19 PM, Tom Wolper <[email protected]> wrote:
> In Pittsburgh I heard an undercurrent that Mr. Rogers wasn't imparting > masculine values to young boys. The only published example I know of > is a self-published book by former sportscaster and active libertarian > John Steigerwald, called Just Play the Game. He has a chapter where > says that as much as he admired Fred Rogers as a man, he feels that > the Mr. Rogers show does not prepare boys to take on the "real world." What was Steigerwald hoping for, a fistfight against Mr. McFeeley? Mr. Rogers was about self-respect, politeness, kindness, and mutual understanding. These are much needed traits in the "real world." -- Kevin M. (RPCV) -- TV or Not TV .... The Smartest (TV) People! You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "TV or Not TV" group. To post to this group, send email to [email protected] To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/tvornottv?hl=en
