When and why did our society become so petty and vicious?

Question

Although I'm not a supporter of the McBain/Palin campaign, I am a supporter of decency and fairness. Why have we, as a society, become so petty, vicious, and morally hypocritical when it comes to choosing the leaders of our country? Sarah Palin appears to be a tough, respected public servant - who happens to be beautiful. Her ability (or lack of it) to run for V.P. should be judged ONLY by her record on the job and NOT on her personal life - just as it should be for any male or female public servant candidate. Mentioning her husband's drunk driving citation, her daughter's pregnancy, and showing pictures of her in shorts and a feminine blouse (while probably at a private party) should have NOTHING to do with her ability to hold a high public office.

Personally, I think it's mostly media who has taught us to be petty, vicious, and morally hypocritical. They are driven to tabloid-level journalism by greed and the need to make money. Shame on them, and shame on those of us who allow media to lead us by the nose instead of thinking for ourselves!

So, what do you think?

Answer 1

I agree in 100 %! I don't think that Sarah Palin should have been chosen by McCain, but my opinion has nothing to do with her daughter's pregnancy, her husband's drunk driving or other media reports concerning her private life.

Media really should have other more significant things about her to report.

Answer 2

"Why have we, as a society, become so petty, vicious, and morally hypocritical when it comes to choosing the leaders of our country?"

Since Sumer was founded...

Answer 3

I am sure Palin's daughter wants to go into hiding due to all of the negativity about her pregnancy. After thinking about her pregnancy, I feel bad for her. Pregnancies are already filled with emotional and physical stresses. Although, she did a very adult thing by becoming having s*x and getting pregnant, she is still a child and needs to be protected. I say, leave the girl alone! Let Bristol grow from her experience and heal.

Having said that, I am more concerned about the issues like: healthcare, education, the war, illegal immigration, and our country becoming a better nation. Isn't that what this election suppose to be about?  Look, vote for who you want, just stick to what's important to our nation.

Answer 4

HELLO!! have u had ur head buried in the sand? People have always been mean, rude, and cruel. It's second nature in the US of A.

Answer 5

Precisely why I don't watch visual news or read newspapers.  They are all - whether by design or omission - complete garbage.

Palin *should* be judged on her record, but alas, she has almost none.  Don't get me wrong - I have two special needs children and would like to see her succeed, but I don't think she can be adequate as a VP.