I made a decision today to boycott watching or buying any media related to the Olympics in Sochi, Russia. I also made a decision to be honest and open with my eldest daughter who wanted to watch the opening ceremony. Why? Out of respect and kindness to my gay friends and out of anger and disbelief at Russia's hideous anti gay laws.
Media is a strong conveyer of opinion, emotion and power; switching off is a protest that shuts this down when it's moral core is in question. Kindness encompasses everyone, it doesn't segregate or discriminate, it is strong and has the power to overthrow.
Make your own mind up about this one. I am not writing this blog to preach. But if I am really going to be kinder I have to follow through. I can't sit and watch a country being showcased when it is lacking greatly in political fairness, making a spectacle of wealth when poverty rises and shutting down protest and calling it propaganda. Kindness#19….A rant for moral kindness.
No comments:
Post a Comment