Jessica Bennet's Newsweek article, Are We Turning Our Tweens Into 'Generation Diva'? take an in depth look at society and how it is changing our children to act more, sluttier/sexier." Bennet uses such claims as: "...a generation that primps and dyes and pulls and shapes, younger and with more vigor. Girls today are salon vets before they enter elementary school. Forget having mom trim your bangs, fourth graders are in the market for lush $50 haircuts; by the time they hit high school, $150 highlights are standard." to assert her reasoning. She even blames reality TV show, such as TLC's Toddlers & Tiaras. Her argument is, "A combination of new technology and the Web, is responsible—at least in part—for this transformation in attitudes."
1. What article did we read in class that could support Bennet's article?
2. Do you believe the media is responsible for this new generation?
1. What article did we read in class that could support Bennet's article?
2. Do you believe the media is responsible for this new generation?
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