NBC Squashes Bob the Tomato's Free Speech

All Bob the Tomato wanted to say is, "God made you special and He loves you very much," but the censors at NBC are worried that Bob's love for God might offend some viewers. Was NBC unaware that Veggie Tales teaches Judeo-Christian values when they offered Big Idea a Saturday morning slot? They were fully aware that veggie hosts Bob the Tomato and Larry the Cucumber teach kids Bible stories that include Jesus' birth and resurrection, Moses in the basket, Gideon the warrior, and Queen Esther's courage. The stories always end with a Bible verse. Except on NBC.

At long last a wholesome TV series that teaches youngsters about God?s love and forgiveness is aired. Sadly, NBC's execs will not countenance Bob and Larry?s references to God. NBC's stated mission is to protect the sensibilities of the "broad audience." Hence, the demand for Phil Vischer to remove any mention of the Name of, well, you know Who! Read More