Ted Rueter

About the author: Ted Rueter is a professor of political science at the University of California at Los Angeles. Rueter writes books and articles on political behavior and public opinion, appears on radio talk shows, and has been involved in several political campaigns.

Filled with violence, vulgarity, and simulated sex, professional wrestling programs have become part of America's culture of violence. Today's pro wrestling matches are not only violent and obscene, but demeaning to women. Even some pro wrestlers believe the business is a disgrace. In light of overwhelming evidence that violent entertainment causes violent behavior, many authorities are disturbed that professional wrestling appeals to adolescent boys who are already prone to aggression. Some teens imitate the violence they see in dangerous backyard wrestling matches. Pro wrestling is...