We believe that the media is presenting the youth of today's society with a negative and perverted image of what beauty truly is. Inspired by the recent efforts in the U.K. by the Advertising Standards Authority, we believe that a ban of excessive airbrushing and other post-production techniques for the purpose of altering the appearance of models, celebrities, or other public figures in all forms and types of media advertising is absolutely crucial for the betterment of society. These false images continuously damage the self-esteem of millions of Americans, especially young girls and women, who are constantly being portrayed in a unrealistic manner for the sole purpose of promoting and selling fantasy in advertising. With the growing rise of negative body image in the United States, it is imperative that such a ban be enacted."

We are petitioning the United States Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the United States Congress to act upon this ban. It will be up to them to define the word "excessive" while adhering to our constitution's first amendment right to free speech.