Friday 27 October, 2006
Scary
This, from my friend Susannah.
'Dr Adrian Rogers of the Family First group told the Daily Mail."This will be sold to four, five and six-year olds. This is a most dangerous toy that will contribute towards destroying children's
innocence. Children are being encouraged to dance round a pole which is
interpreted in the adult world as a phallic symbol.
"This should only be available to the most depraved people who want to corrupt their children."'
Susannah found it interesting that Dr Rogers seems to be saying that as long as you are depraved and actively WANT to corrupt your children it's absolutely fine. I am thinking I should get one in for Halloween next Tuesay.
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