(CNSNews.com) - A North Carolina congressman Wednesday called on NBC executives to dump a television show that "mocks religion and portrays Christians in a negative light" following public outcry from his constituents. Rep. Walter B. Jones said the show "The Book of Daniel," which is set to premiere at 9pm Eastern time Friday, should not be aired or should be aired "at a time as far removed from the family hour as possible."
"These constituent concerns undoubtedly stem from press reports indicating that the show contains offensive content - including profanity, crude language, ethnic stereotypes, sexual scenes and innuendo, and a tacit approval of premarital sex," Jones wrote in a letter to NBC Universal Chairman & CEO, Bob Wright.
"But what makes the show especially objectionable are indications that the show portrays religious leaders as people who ignore Biblical teachings by giving some ...