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TIL the MPAA attempted to outlaw VCRs in the early-1980s, and Mr. Fred Rogers spoke out against their decision and publicly defended the new technology. (www.mentalfloss.com)
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[–] [email protected] 1 points 2 years ago

Despite (and perhaps because of) his gentle demeanor, this man had incredible power when he spoke on an issue that was important to him.