Representative Tom Coburn, a second-term Republican from Muskogee, Okla., criticized NBC last week for broadcasting ''Schindler's List'' and exposing children to what he called its ''violence'' and its ''vile language, full-frontal nudity and irresponsible sexual activity.''

Mr. Coburn, 48, a physician, is co-chairman of the Congressional Family Caucus, and his comments set off alarms.

''This isn't 'Melrose Place,' Mr. Coburn, this is the Holocaust,'' said the American Jewish Congress.

''He complained about nudity -- these people's clothes were stolen,'' said Representative Mark Foley, a fellow Republican from Florida. ''Violence? These people were murdered.''