Violent Video Game Debate

Violent video games have been defined by California law as one that involves “killing, maiming, dismembering or sexually assaulting an image of a human being” in a way that appeals to deviant or morbid interest.  California law has banned the sale of violent games to minors but it has recently been struck down by the lower federal courts as unconstitutional. Jim Steyer, a children’s advocate, is challenging this decision and  taking it to the Supreme Court on Novemeber 2.  Please read this article just published in the Los Angeles Times and keep yourself informed on this very important effort.  Let us know your thoughts.

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