Another mass shooting in the U.S. and the national media has rushed to the scene to provide all the details of the tragedy. Of course, we all want to know what happened, why it might have occurred and, once again, what warning signs were missed or ignored.
What we don't need to see or hear is the emotional turmoil endured by victims, survivors, parents, grandparents and staff. We need not ask a third grader to recount the horror of the event. But the national media knows that many Americans are captivated by tear-jerking accounts and extended viewership brings in the ad dollars. Imagine having the media descend on the untimely death of one of your family members; would that be comforting?
If the news organizations want to make a difference, they should descend on Congress, demanding comments from those who could prevent many of these tragic events. Unfortunately, most Americans have little interest in policy discussions.
See also: Voyeurs of Tragedy
