I'm gonna say it.

Cartoons are for kids. All people who watch cartoons are basically manchildren. And no, I don't mean south park or family guy, they are obviously meant for an adult audience. Your stupid japanese cartoons for kids are bullshit though.

>>5
Because these children symbolize innocence.

Are you seriously suggesting that the age of the main characters defines the target audience? Was The Exorcist aimed ad first graders according to you?