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Message: Editor’s note: This is part of a special four-part series of Baptist Press stories about Internet porn addiction. WASHINGTON (BP)--A new report calls for celebrities, educators, lawmakers and journalists to help reduce the social harms of Internet pornography. The 53-page document, “The Social Costs of Pornography: A Statement of Findings and Recommendations,” says Internet pornography is not “a harmless and victimless pursuit” but instead is a “social and personal health hazard.” It offers a series of proposals on reducing its harmful effects. It calls upon celebrities and other influential people to use their social status to discourage pornography usage and the “so what” mentality. There is a particular need for awareness in the music industry, and the report encourages music artists to speak out against the degradation of women. “If Eminem were to write a song saying ‘pornography is stupid,’ that would advance this cause more than any other single… Read Full Article