The main thing we've done is look beyond television. It's not only television; other media affect sexual behavior.

I also think it shows that the left is monitoring television in the way that the right and the Media Research Council has been doing for quite some time. I think that's what got this story out there.

Otherwise, the media will continue to serve as a kind of sexual super peer that doesn't have the best interests of young people in mind.

In our analysis, movies and music were the most powerful influences. The media they're using doesn't always show up on the Top 10 lists. Most of the kids are listening to rap.

Media is a powerful sex educator, but not always in the best interest of children.

Media is a powerful sex educator, but not always in the best interest of children. 'Desperate Housewives' could use condoms. Why not? On reality programs, let's get real. People do use condoms. What's missing in the media are the three Cs. Rarely is there a commitment, contraceptives or consequences.