It seems like my past couple of posts in this Sandbox/Editor's note combination that I write have required the use of YouTube. You can find what I talk about today on YouTube, but I won't urge you to check it out-it's far too sad to recommend purposefully.
As you have undoubtedly have realized, there is something fishy in the state of Myanmar. The current human rights tragedy that is playing out there has finally received the press it deserves... and it only took the ruthless beating of monks to get there.
Although the rest of the world is joining the conflict a little late, it is never too late to do the right thing. However, it is too late to save the unknown amount of victims who have already perished in peaceful protest. It is too late to save Kenji Nagai.
It is usually not recess' place to discuss foreign affairs, but Nagai was a photojournalist and documentary filmmaker, a position that hits close to home.
The reporter who was known for his determination and willingness to take dangerous assignments was killed while recording the ensuing chaos in Burma. According to video, Nagai was apparently shoved down by a soldier and shot at point-blank range. He died with camera in hand.
As an entertainment journalist, I will never be asked to place my life in danger for a story-unless you consider thinking about Britney Spears, Paris Hilton or Lindsay Lohan life-threatening. I can not begin to consider what it means to die for the truth.
However, I can empathize as much as possible and I can implore you to turn your attention to this situation. Gone is the day of the mob student protests and activism-I applaud those who organized and attended the vigil Tuesday. Our revolution happens on the internet. So get out there, inform as many people as you know about what is happening in Burma. Like NBC said, The More You Know...
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