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The Smothers Brothers often dealt with censorship, leading to the controversial cancellation of their show in what year?

  • 1967

  • 1971

  • 1969

  • 1973

Answer

In 1969, the Smothers Brothers' television variety show faced incessant censorship due to its politically charged content and countercultural humor that frequently criticized the Vietnam War and the prevailing social norms. This ongoing battle with the network executives ultimately resulted in the controversial cancellation of their show by CBS, sparking discussions on freedom of speech and the limitations of artistic expression in the entertainment industry.
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