The Media and the Constant Violence it Portrays
Start writing a post
Entertainment

The Media and the Constant Violence it Portrays

"Maybe people wouldn't be so focused on being in the limelight"

23
The Media and the Constant Violence it Portrays

Like most people when I get up in the morning I make myself breakfast, sit down on my couch and turn on the news until it's time to leave. Lately though I have been finding myself skimming past the news channels in search of something lighter to fill my down time. It seems as though every time I turn the news on there is a breaking story about some sort of violence occurring in the world. I want to be up to date on world news just as much as the next girl but excuse me for not wanting my morning to be filled with the latest murder or riot that's taking place.

I realize this makes me sound like an ignorant college kid. Let me explain. I care about the world that I live in. I care that our nation is hurting so badly that people feel the need to riot and protest like they are. I truly do wish that the words, "murder and assault," weren't a part of our every day vocabulary. Yet I have to stop and think has anyone else ever thought about the fact that the media is most people's prime source of information? They have the power and means to put whatever topics they want us to talk about into our heads. They know we want to be informed so they are going to tell us what we need to be informed about. The media heavily focuses on violence in the country. Rarely do we ever talk about accomplishments that have taken place.

Think about how many times you have turned on the television and the first story prompted the news anchor to say something along the lines of, "another sad story coming out of this particular state," or "breaking news, around midnight another murder occurred on the 7800 block of some road." Hardly ever do they start off the news with a story about the good things that do happen in our world. If they mention something in a positive light at all during the segment it's usually a short piece on whatever viral Facebook or Instagram video is trending at the moment or it's about the political party candidate that the network is associated with. If we are lucky we even get a five minute piece of Prince William and Princess Kate. I like to admire celebrities too but there are more important things that need to be discussed.

I would love to see the media focus on things like new found medical treatments and the contributions those discoveries will make to thousands who suffer or talk about different things people are doing in the world to make a difference. Did you know that in 2014 scientists found cells that may lead to curing diabetes? No? Me neither. Or how about they talk a little more about environmental achievements? The EPA has more readily been able to regulate environmental standards in the last decade than ever before. We don't hear about these things because the media thinks they won't bring in the viewers. I say we need to educate ourselves for the better.

Mostly I want young people to be able to sit down in the morning, watch the news and their minds be stimulated in a positive way. We are sending vulnerable minds out into the world first thing in the morning with these thoughts about the violence that plagues our nation. Imagine how today's youth may handle situations if they see these situations handled in a positive light. I'm not saying this is the end all be all to fixing violence but if our world weren't so focused on portraying violence then maybe we wouldn't have so many people trying to get into the limelight.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Student Life

Waitlisted for a College Class? Here's What to Do!

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

57399
college students waiting in a long line in the hallway
StableDiffusion

Course registration at college can be a big hassle and is almost never talked about. Classes you want to take fill up before you get a chance to register. You might change your mind about a class you want to take and must struggle to find another class to fit in the same time period. You also have to make sure no classes clash by time. Like I said, it's a big hassle.

This semester, I was waitlisted for two classes. Most people in this situation, especially first years, freak out because they don't know what to do. Here is what you should do when this happens.

Keep Reading...Show less
a man and a woman sitting on the beach in front of the sunset

Whether you met your new love interest online, through mutual friends, or another way entirely, you'll definitely want to know what you're getting into. I mean, really, what's the point in entering a relationship with someone if you don't know whether or not you're compatible on a very basic level?

Consider these 21 questions to ask in the talking stage when getting to know that new guy or girl you just started talking to:

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

Challah vs. Easter Bread: A Delicious Dilemma

Is there really such a difference in Challah bread or Easter Bread?

36991
loaves of challah and easter bread stacked up aside each other, an abundance of food in baskets
StableDiffusion

Ever since I could remember, it was a treat to receive Easter Bread made by my grandmother. We would only have it once a year and the wait was excruciating. Now that my grandmother has gotten older, she has stopped baking a lot of her recipes that require a lot of hand usage--her traditional Italian baking means no machines. So for the past few years, I have missed enjoying my Easter Bread.

Keep Reading...Show less
Adulting

Unlocking Lake People's Secrets: 15 Must-Knows!

There's no other place you'd rather be in the summer.

958732
Group of joyful friends sitting in a boat
Haley Harvey

The people that spend their summers at the lake are a unique group of people.

Whether you grew up going to the lake, have only recently started going, or have only been once or twice, you know it takes a certain kind of person to be a lake person. To the long-time lake people, the lake holds a special place in your heart, no matter how dirty the water may look.

Keep Reading...Show less
Student Life

Top 10 Reasons My School Rocks!

Why I Chose a Small School Over a Big University.

190742
man in black long sleeve shirt and black pants walking on white concrete pathway

I was asked so many times why I wanted to go to a small school when a big university is so much better. Don't get me wrong, I'm sure a big university is great but I absolutely love going to a small school. I know that I miss out on big sporting events and having people actually know where it is. I can't even count how many times I've been asked where it is and I know they won't know so I just say "somewhere in the middle of Wisconsin." But, I get to know most people at my school and I know my professors very well. Not to mention, being able to walk to the other side of campus in 5 minutes at a casual walking pace. I am so happy I made the decision to go to school where I did. I love my school and these are just a few reasons why.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments