Betrayed by Friends

Dear Mrs. Higgins,

A couple nights ago, and I’m out walking Joe Dog: aka “The Underbite of Fright” (ok, I’m just tryin to make him sound a little tougher for Halloween)

Anyway, it gets to be about 10 or so, and I’m thinking I’ll go in, flip on the tube, and catch up on Dave, or John Stewart, or maybe Colbert, but then I remember:

I can’t watch these guys anymore. Things have changed.

The shows have become a pulpit for political point. Funny will come, but it will always come at the expense of McCain, Palin, and always, always W. The only people less popular than our president are, uh, congress - but they are a target less easy and not of interest.

I love political humor. Tons of it is really funny. The SNL parodies have been great (and I don’t think anyone can accuse Saturday Night Live of being right wing)

But my pseudo "friends" are getting meaner now. And there’s no attempt to balance.

I wish it wasn’t so transparent. Its supposed to be entertainment, but all I see is agenda.

I just can’t sit through it. I'd rather watch the Knitting Channel - and not just for the babes.
(well ok, partly for the babes)

What do you think, Mrs. H?

Is there something wrong with me?

Love,

Mike


Dear Mike,

Yes. And then some.

But you’re right. Politics is leaking into TV like commercials have leaked into movies.

Maybe you should think about getting "friends" that aren't just on your TV.

Why don’t you shut the thing off, and read a book.

A little learnin wouldn’t hurt you a bit.

Love and kisses,

Mrs. H