Mary Whitehouse

English educator and moral campaigner

Mary Whitehouse - English educator and moral campaigner
Born

June 13th, 1910
114 years ago

Died

November 23rd, 2001
23 years ago — 91 years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

United Kingdom

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An English educator and activist established the National Viewers' and Readers' Association, advocating for responsible broadcasting standards. Emphasized the impact of media on morality and sought to reduce explicit content in television and films. Engaged in debates regarding public broadcasting policies, leading campaigns against perceived immorality in media. Participated in various public discussions, positioning moral values at the forefront of cultural discourse.

Founded the National Viewers' and Readers' Association

Campaigns against explicit media content

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