Media, Massacres, and Madness

by: Ronovan

 

Why do we have so many mass murders of late? Blame the media.

There are so many reasons given for why someone writes a note or letter, suits up movie or video game style and then finds a crowded place to unload on. Ultimately what it comes down to in my opinion is they want the attention or fame.

Enter the media that is happy to give it to them.

Do I mean that they are happy to report such events? No, but you know the ratings rise and so do those behind the scenes. Not even the most professional reporter can hide how they feel about having to report on these situations. They are as disgusted by it as we are. Yet they report it and we watch it.

You will have news agencies say “We must keep the public informed of…