Cosby tells parents to get involved

CINCINNATI (AP) -- Bill Cosby's first appearance in Cincinnati in five years wasn't for telling jokes -- the comedian implored parents to be involved in all aspects of their children's lives.
Parents also should have a network of people who can help look after kids who might be headed for trouble, Cosby said.
"If you're not doing that, then you should be ashamed of yourself," he said Thursday as the moderator for discussions at Xavier University on parenting, education and social responsibility.
Speaking to a group of about 1,200 people at Xavier's basketball arena, Cosby emphasized points he has made in the past about parents not doing enough for their children.
Many parents know their children are misbehaving but don't do anything to stop them, he said.
"What's worse is how sedated you seem to be about making corrections," he said.