Today Michael Jackson was put to rest, and it was indeed a sad day for many who idolized the pop icon. I can not say a bad thing about him. He was extremely talented, and although his later, more eclectic years caused a media sandstorm, he will be missed by all who loved his music.
What I do not agree with however, is how incredibly important and vital interests in the media have been put on the back burner because of his death. A serial killer on the loose, the economy in shambles STILL, a Soldier kidnapped by the Taliban and lets not forget the 30 members of our armed forces killed in Iraq and Afghanistan this month. It just goes to show the shallowness of America's value system. No disrespect to the Jackson family, but our country should be mourning those that gave their lives for our ideals, and not idolizing a fallen pop star. Thank you to these servicemembers for their service. Your selfless sacrifices will not be forgotten. God bless your families in their time of need.
Members of our U.S. Armed Forces died in Iraq this month:
Sergeant Justin J. Duffy
Specialist Christopher M. Kurth
Specialist Charles D. Parrish
Lance Corporal Robert D. Ulmer
Staff Sergeant Edmond L. Lo
Sergeant Joshua W. Soto
Captain Kafele H. Sims
Specialist Chancellor A. Keesling
And these members of our U.S. Armed Forces died in Afghanistan this month:
Sergeant Jones, Ricky D.
Specialist Munguia Rivas, Rodrigo A.
Command Master Chief Petty Officer Garber, Jeffrey J.
1st Sergeant Blair, John D.
Sergeant Smith, Paul G.
Staff Sergeant Melton, Joshua
Sergeant 1st Class Dupont, Kevin A.
Specialist O'Neill, Jonathan C.
Chief Warrant Officer Richardson Jr., Ricky L.
Specialist Silva, Eduardo S.
Lance Corporal Whittle, Joshua R.
Major Barnes, Rocco M.
Major Jenrette, Kevin M.
Staff Sergeant Beale, John C.
Specialist Jordan, Jeffrey W.
Specialist Griemel, Jarrett P.
Specialist Hernandez I, Roberto A.
Sergeant Obakrairur, Jasper K.
Staff Sergeant Hall, Jeffrey A.
Private 1st Class Ogden, Matthew D.
Private 1st Class Wilson, Matthew W.
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3 comments:
I couldn't agree more with your thoughts. Although I applaud Michael Jackson's talents, and enjoy his earlier music, what happened to real life happening all around us.
Yes, some may say Michael Jackson dying is part of real life, but the whole scene has just become to fantastical distraction from more serious problems facing our nation.
You would think the Jacksons, who have spent their entire lives being so reclusive, would maintain some sort of decorum and tact.
Yes Buck my sentiments entirely. I was in a remote part of the UK when M.J. died and didn't know about it till I arrived home. Then wall to wall coverage on the news with the war and the politicians fiddling our hard earned taxes reduced to small column inches.
I think that is a great perspective and very well written. Nice to know ou have a head on your shoulders.
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