FCC v. Pacifica Foundation

FCC v. Pacifica Foundation

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Interactive Video

History, Business, Social Studies

6th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses the 1973 broadcast of George Carlin's 'seven dirty words' monologue by Pacifica Foundation, leading to a legal battle with the FCC. The Supreme Court ruled in favor of the FCC, allowing regulation of indecent but not obscene content on public airwaves. This case had a significant impact on broadcasting and censorship laws, while Carlin's legacy as a comedian remains influential.

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What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?

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