As Wikipedia Goes Dark...

I've stated on this blog numerous times that all media is biased. Fox News is conservative, MSNBC is liberal.

I once saw a speech by Wall Street Journal writer John Fund in which he maintained that the biggest problem with today's media is not bias, but laziness.

I think that's partially the problem, as much of the media refuses to "go deeper" when reporting or analyzing a story. However, I don't think the problem is just laziness; I think that the media refuses to believe that the public can think about a story on multiple levels.

For example, I believe that climate change is a legitimate problem. However, I also know that many of the groups that propose a "solution" are more interested in wealth redistribution and control of private property than prudent stewardship of the earth. I know they've hitched their wagon to the efforts of people sincerely concerned about the environment.

I also believe in treating people of other faiths with respect. However, I know that some of the people urging us to "coexist" actually believe all faiths need to be viewed as "correct."

I'm a Christian--I believe that the only path to heaven is through Jesus Christ. You may believe differently. Someone is right. Someone is wrong. I can respect and love you but believe I'm right.

One of the many positive aspects of the Internet is that a person can go as deep as they'd like in regard to any political topic. Maybe you just want to read "Politico." Maybe you'd like to access the work of the Heritage Foundation or Cato Institute. It's up to you.

But no-one controls the freedom of information. That's why when one media source is lazy, another calls them on it. And this freedom should be contemplated as Wikipedia goes dark today.