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"Some researchers sensibly suggest that rather than worrying too much about which programs our children are watching, we should concentrate on trying to reduce the total amount of time they spend in front of the screen."
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"Although we love the idea of choice - our culture almost worships it - we seek refuge in the familiar and the comfortable."
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