Re:Coca-Cola paid scientists to downplay how sweet drinks fu...
by mytailorisrich on Tuesday August 04, 2020 @02:55AM
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I have children. When they see some ad and ask me to buy something, if I think it's not a good idea I just say 'no'. That's a parent's job to do so.
Marketing does not cause bad parenting.
But, again, politicians find it less risky to tell people (electors...) "Oh poor you, you're doing all you can and you're doing a great job but those companies undermine you with all those ads" rather than "You're a parent, take your responsibilities and do your job". And unfortunately some people buy that because it's also more comfortable than facing the music.
Marketing does not cause bad parenting.
But, again, politicians find it less risky to tell people (electors...) "Oh poor you, you're doing all you can and you're doing a great job but those companies undermine you with all those ads" rather than "You're a parent, take your responsibilities and do your job". And unfortunately some people buy that because it's also more comfortable than facing the music.