Over the last few decades politicians have been using violence in the media as an explanation for the increases in youth violence. However, when comparing this country with many others that watch and produce violent materials, the United States is in a class of its own.
The country of Japan is a leading producer and consumer of violent cartoons and video games. However their rates of violence are far lower than in the states. Canada, as well, watches virtually the same movies, many of the same television programs, and listens to much of t