Video Game Violence

* Re “Fun and Games--and Gore” (Column One, May 12), concerning violence in video games, there are several factors at work. First of all, the almighty dollar seems to take precedence over any sense of value. Second, women and children are undervalued in our society. These insidious, misogynistic games are designed by men and targeted at boys.

To the president of Sony Computer Entertainment who disclaims responsibility for being “keeper of the American value system”--just try being a parent today, with the disgusting trash we get from TV, movies, advertising and video games. They all play a part in influencing the value system of the younger generation. It is very tough to fight this, as any decent parent can tell you.

CHERYL KOHR

Redondo Beach