Where is the News?
In my short break today, while I was eating lunch, I figured I'd might as well get caught up with the news. In particular, I wanted to read more about the partial birth abortion ban, as that is a huge Supreme Court case. So, I went to my bookmarks bar and chose a news source. I searched around on the main page, and found nothing to do with this monumental case. Instead, I saw stories and videos glorifying the horrible VA Tech massacre. Of course I am mourning the deaths that resulted from the largest shooting in U.S. history, and of course I am interested in what the motive was and how it could be prevented. However, I think it is important to consider the implications that this kind of media attention could have on the event. It happens with all major events (Columbine, 9/11). The media flocks to get the newest information, and the following year, it's a TV movie. Big businesses actually find ways to profit from these life ruining events. That's capitalism for you. (By the way, the news site I was getting this information was CNN.com, big surprise. I think I'll try The Washington Post instead...)
Posted by lib at April 19, 2007 03:06 PM