I though it might prove an interesting conversation to have a discussion in regards to our local media here in New Brunswick, or throughout Canada for that matter. The reason being, this past weekend I was listening to our local talk radio here in Moncton, and a caller made a point to the radio host that they appear to always take the side of the U.N on matters pertaining to Libya/ Syria. The caller was trying to point out alternative point of view on the subject, but that did not last long, as the hostess shut him down in about 1 min flat. It was interesting as he did not seem to be an un-educated person, and he was not arrogant or rude. What I found interesting about this call was the follow up calls directly after the hostess cut him off. At very least three other people called in to agree with the mans point of view, and they to were thrown down the tube like conspirators. To put it mildly, I was very dissapointed that alternative point of view in regards to U.N/ U.S foreign policy seem to be immediately dissmissed as conspiracy. Last year, on the Todd Veno program , I made a point to call in and question the "rebel" forces that were being armed to "help " the people of Libya. In my discussion with Todd, I asked him a simple question. I wonder what the U.N would call us Canadians if after the federal election the N.D.P party, being dissapointed with the results, placed anti aircraft cannons on pick up trucks, and drove to Ottawa armed to the teeth to over throw the government. Would they be considered " freedom fighters", or terrorists, by the U.N. Surprisingly, Todd stated on air , that I had made a good point.
I think part of the problem in todays media is we the people. In the last decade (or more) we seem to have a tendency to not want to research things the media throws out there. One example that should stick out like a sore thumb is Libya. Why was Gaddafi allowed to attend the g-20 meeting in Ontario last year? What input did he have at the meeting? Was he black listed for crimes against his people, or was it because he was attempting to collectively have Africa start to trade oil etc using a gold standard. Whether we agree on the reason the U.N helped to overthrow him or not , we must agree on one thing, our media is not investigating the truth. They seem to be towing the line for one reson or another.
One more thing, then Im off for the day, but some of you will find this priceless, or perhaps, disturbing. Last week my neighbor was over having a chat, he is about 36 yrs old. We were discussing LIbya and some of the other problems brewing in the middle east. He was elated that Gaddafi was killed, and was smiling ear to ear, which is ok with me, as that was his opinion. But what I found troubling was when I asked him where Libya was on a map, and what Libya was like before the uprising. His answer made me lol. He stated that Libya was next to Cuba, and most of the dwellings " cities" were war torn even before the conflict. I didnt bother to set him straight, as that could have proved a tad embarrassing for him. But in hind sight, maybe a quick reality check would have done him some good. Hope to get some other War v/s the media comments out in the open, have a great day...