Posted by Snoozy on May 8, 2003, at 14:57:23
In reply to Disturbing news., posted by Questionmark on May 8, 2003, at 2:38:49
I really appreciate what Dinah and ayuda had to say. Our standards of what is acceptable behavior have changed, and we now hear though the news about things that violate these standards.
I was talking with someone a few weeks ago about how there seems to be a mean streak in our culture recently (the US anyway - I hope it's not a global phenomenon!) Look at the popularity of these tv shows that are based on entertaining the viewer by putting a human through degrading situations, or laughing at their expense. Those shows pain me.
I relate to your feeling about cruelty and suffering in the world Questionmark. A couple of months ago, I had to stop watching the news, I just couldn't take it anymore. I've also been struggling with the unbelievable amount of suffering that goes on in this world.
poster:Snoozy
thread:225045
URL: http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/social/20030506/msgs/225165.html