In case you missed it, the Sesame Street Workshop put an end to speculation about the sexual preferences of Bert and Ernie.

“Bert and Ernie are best friends. They were created to teach preschoolers that people can be good friends with those who are very different from themselves,” the public television program said in a statement.

“Even though they are identified as male characters and possess many human traits and characteristics (as most Sesame Street Muppets do), they remain puppets, and do not have a sexual orientation.”

The move came in response to a Facebook campaign launched by gay rights activist Lair Scott of the northern US state of Illinois asking that Bert and Ernie get married on the program to teach acceptance of gays and lesbians. More here.

D'oh! I'm all for acceptance and teachable moments, but gosh, can't we just let our preschoolers just be kids for awhile?

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