Historical Events tagged with "decency"

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Politics & Government

U.S. Congress Passes Communications Decency Act

February 1st, 1996 29 years ago

The Communications Decency Act (CDA) was enacted to regulate online content and protect minors from harmful materials on the internet. It was part of a broader telecommunications reform bill and included measures to restrict sexually explicit material. The law differentiated between various forms of communications and established the intent to safeguard children while navigating the complexities of a burgeoning digital age.

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Politics & Government

Joseph N. Welch's Confrontation with McCarthy

June 9th, 1954 70 years ago

During the Army-McCarthy hearings, Special Counsel Joseph N. Welch confronted Senator Joseph McCarthy in a heated exchange that highlighted the latter's aggressive tactics. Welch infamously asked McCarthy whether he had any sense of decency left, as he questioned the senator's relentless pursuit of alleged communists in the military. This moment captured the attention of the nation as it signaled a turning point in the public’s perception of McCarthyism, showcasing Welch's moral stance against McCarthy's paranoia-driven methods.

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