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New Bully Controversy Brewing, But Was the Original REALLY a Problem? external link

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Mon, Jan 21 The most memorable aspect of the controversy surrounding the first game, of course, was Miami attorney Jack Thompson’s unsuccessful effort to have the game  declared a public nuisance under Florida law. Despite Thompson’s legal efforts, Bully hit retail shelves on schedule and...

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