At A Glance

Here is the text of two of the radio ads that several Minnesota stations, Mankato included, had issues with:

Male voice:

Admitting it was hard. But getting caught would have been harder. I wanted to be sexual with children.

I needed help so I could get control and not hurt children. You can, too.

Confidential help is available and treatment works.

Call 1-888-PREVENT or visit youcanstopitnow.org.

Female voice:

Are you depressed, alone, miserable or out of control?

Some people struggle with sexual thoughts and behaviors toward children. Are you one of them? Do you want to stop but don’t know how?

The people at Stop It Now! understand. We are ready to help with confidential information and referrals.

And treatment works. People who get specialized help can learn to control their sexual behaviors toward children.

You can end the secrets and the lies.

Call 1-888-PREVENT toll-free or visit youcanstopitnow.org.