The Media and Tragedy

The story of George Anthony's alleged suicide attempt shows how devasting a family tragedy can be especially when the media is constantly reporting it. The media has inflamed the community to the point that his home and property has not become a safe place to be. Where is the moral obligation of the media to back off and allow this couple sanctity and safety in their own home? It is bad enough to be constantly covering this story but to drive a person to take is own life is unforgiveable.

No one should be allowed on their property, much less being at their front door yelling at that them. Does no one have any respect or compassion for the emotional toll that this issue has taken on them? Also where is law enforcement that they would allow this?

What makes this case so spectacular that it deserves this type of coverage? Do you know how many children are killed or abused each day in this country and never receive any mention? Why doesn't the media use their power to make sure that children are protected instead of exploited?

People who harrass the Anthony's are responsible also. When have any of us been given the right to harrass anyone? I do believe that these people are ignorant and cruel but I also think the media is the most responsible for keeping this case in the forefront of the news.

The justice system will deal with Casey Anthony. Let her parents alone and use the influence of the media to calm the community and give these people the space to deal with their grief over the situation they find themselves in.