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In the News Today

As we course through this slide we call life, a number of things can occur that will give you pause.  It could be a war thousands of miles away or a shooting just down the street.  Ever wonder why we don't hear more stories about heroic deeds or a community that hasn't seen a violent crime?  We wouldn't be interested.  We determine what the "media" reports as news.  It is our responsibility to stand up and say enough.  Quit bombarding us with the most horrific events known to man and start helping society grow as a whole into a more positive force.   Why do we hang on every word we hear on the news?  Whether it is broadcast on the radio, television, in print in a newspaper, magazine or on the internet.  We just don't seem to be able to get enough.  We condemn others for participating in gossip but isn't that what news really is? Entertainment news is the worst.  Is it really necessary to follow the comings and goings of a movie star or musician? Does it