Television today has a lot of positive effects and influences on our society and our American culture. Television gives us helpful information, various forms of education, and entertainment which are all a part of these positive effects.
             On a day-to-day basis, the television keeps us informed with plenty of helpful information. We are informed through broadcasts of the latest news, weather, and information that are important in our daily lives. These broadcasts often act as an almanac, dictionary, and like an eye to the world around us. It informs us of the most recent happenings around the world within seconds. For example, the world has seen the terrorism acts that took place in New York, the retaliation against Afghanistan, and the latest threats of Biological warfare. Through television we can be warned about almost anything. Television in today's society has become one of our most basic resources for information.
             The television has other purposes besides convenience. It is a great way of educating the people of society with the important issues that affect our everyday lives. Be it social, political, economic, or medical, there is always something new to be told, and the television is the quickest way to get it out to people. Not only is television fast, but also it is also very accurate and in depth as well. Through various news programs and documentaries, the television keeps us educated, and on the right track so that we as Americans are not left in the dark when it comes to the current events around the world and nation.
             Along with informational and educational purposes, television serves as an entertainer as well. When television was first developed, entertainment was not one of its main purposes. As time went on, people began to sit and watch the television for that reason. Soon after came the development of sitcoms, and special programs which served as entertainment purposes. Throughout the year...