An interesting time-capsule of the mid 80's witch hunt of Dungeons & Dragons. Another example of people looking for scape-goats to blame societal problems on. Includes Gygax interview.
Pt. 1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XbcWKWp2UE4
Pt. 2
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3lN0nrrynb8
60 Minutes on Dungeons & Dragons (1985)
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Re: 60 Minutes on Dungeons & Dragons (1985)
Very interesting trip back in time.
I like to blame all societal problems on taxes. I wish someone had started an IRS witch hunt instead of TSR.
I like to blame all societal problems on taxes. I wish someone had started an IRS witch hunt instead of TSR.
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