Walter Cronkite
was well before my time. Like almost everyone, i have seen replays of
his broadcast announcing the assassination of JFK. It was a man, behind a
desk, reading the news. Like everything else regarding technology and
communication, the way we get our news has changed. The 24 hour news
cycle employs every type of new technology; interactive maps, use of
social media, even holograms. Unfortunately, the telling of the news
suffers. Opinion is rife in what is supposed to be an impartial
profession.
Politicians make what can only be
described as stupid comments. Rick Santorum includes his opinion that
everyone having the opportunity to go to college is for "snobs". Now,
depending on the news channel you frequent, I have heard him described
as a true American, a real American, a regular joe. The option of the
viewer to make their own opinion has been taken away. i could go on all
day about Santorum.
The controversy over the shooting
of Trevon Martin has turned into questions about the criminal intent of
everyone in a hoodie, questions about why black on black crime is
under-reported, and a slew of opinions on self defense and Florida's
"stand your ground" law.
I'm tired of the news, I don't
want to be riled up or outraged to increase ratings. I can't imagine
Cronkite spending time talking about cute puppies. I want the news.
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