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25 August, 2014

Portrayal of women in Peruvian TV drama center of controversy

The UN’s anti-racism body CERD calls for Peru to cancel popular comic character on television.



The UN’s anti-racism body CERD calls for Peru to cancel popular comic character on television.

August 23, 2014 (Dan Collyns /CCTV America) .-  A television show in Peru is under fire for it’s portrayal of women. While some see it as comedic entertainment, others call it a crass characterization. The United Nations is getting involved. CCTV America’s Dan Collyns reports on how the organization is calling on the government to take action.