This week in CQ Researcher

“Shock Jocks,” by Marcia Clemmitt, June 1, 2007
Should racist and misogynistic speech be regulated?

The Don Imus firing was hailed by some as a long-needed response to an increasingly uncivil culture in which shock jocks, comedians, rappers and other media figures traffic in name-calling, racism and misogyny. However, other analysts say silencing Imus was unfair and could begin a purge of outspoken conservative radio hosts, including political commentators like Rush Limbaugh.

Have ethnic jokes and insults become too pervasive in society?
Should the government do more to restrain hate speech?
Should Don Imus have been fired?

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