Christopher Ferguson : Miley Cyrus ' performance was calculated to spark controversy . He says the performance succeeded in drawing attention and provoking objections from watchdog group . Was it in poor taste ? Ferguson says yes , but it 's not the end of it . Ferguson : There 's little reason to believe these performances cause lasting harm .
Christopher Ferguson : Miley Cyrus ' performance seemed calculated to spark controversy . He says the act succeeded in drawing attention and provoking objections from watchdog group . Was it in poor taste ? Ferguson says yes , but it 's not the end of civilization . Ferguson : There 's little reason to think these performances cause lasting harm .