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‘Our political leaders are so out of touch sometimes, man. . . . they don’t know the essence of the hip-hop scene.’ — Al McFarlan, producer of ‘Strickly Hip-Hop’

Local cable stirs decency debate

Councilor objects to racy content of hip-hop show

By Matt Viser
Globe Staff / June 12, 2006

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You can catch episodes of ``Make Your Neighborhood Work," settle in for ``Arabic Hour," or check out ``opportunities for adult socialization and wellness" on a show called ``Our Town." Boston Neighborhood News Network, a local access cable channel affiliated with the city, isn't usually where you go for shock television. (Full article: 916 words)

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