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The medium is the mind-set

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Television programs, from 'The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet,' to 'The Sopranos,' have helped shape America's image of suburbia. Specific programs are discussed.

Television programs, Television direction, Television production, Media coverage, Suburbs

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Homer's odyssey: after 12 years, how does 'The Simpsons' remain the best show on television?

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Due to producer James L. Brooks's stature, network interference with 'The Simpsons' has been minimized. The writing staff works year-round and puts every script to the test of brutal in-house panels, which habitually re-write 75% of each submission.

Personal narratives, Television broadcasting, Appreciation, Criticism and interpretation, Television comedies, Television writers, Comedy programs, Animated movies, Cartoon television programs, Animated television programs, The Simpsons (Television program), Television broadcasting of animated films, Groening, Matt, Swartzwelder, George, Meyer, George, Brooks, James L.

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Destined For Failure

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Public education will always seem to fail because its goals are so diverse. That is, schools are expected to enhance social equality as well as educate children.

EDUCATIONAL SERVICES, Elementary and secondary schools, Public Schools, New York, Education, Public, Political aspects, Curricula

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