What do you think about all of this Michael Jackson funeral coverage? Is it an welcome escape from war, health care and the economy? Probably not. Michael Jackson’s funeral probably just reminds you of the lack of health care coverage you have and the debt you will leave your family after your funeral. Sorry for sounding a bit morbid.
But, for instance, did you know that 8 U.S. soldiers have died in Afghanistan in the past two days!
This follows 10 NATO-led deaths on Monday, the highest single-day total in Afghanistan in nearly a year, according to NATO and U.S.-led coalition numbers.
Seven Americans, two Canadians and one Briton died in four separate incidents Monday.-CNN.com
That’s pretty rough, right? But what has been all over the news for the past week? Michael Jackson’s funeral arrangements, Michael Jackson’s will, and Michael Jackson’s kids. Did you know that there was a live town hall meeting just a few days ago with President Obama regarding health care reform? You probably didn’t hear about that either. Watch the video here after the jump.
I am willing to bet money, however, that during the Michael Jackson saga you might have heard a little something about Sara Palin’s situation. That’s simply because Palin makes for great media. And, if you’re from Tennessee, I’m hoping that during the Michael Jackson funeral coverage you’ve heard of Steve McNair’s untimely death. What craziness is that?!
What else has been happening this week that you might have missed due to Michael Jackson’s funeral coverage? The South Carolina serial killer is believed to be dead. I’m sure if you’re watching the local news in SC you’re grateful that scare is now past. But, if you’re living anywhere else in the country you might not have known that “investigators believe the serial killer blamed for five deaths in South Carolina died in a shootout with police in neighboring North Carolina on Monday, a South Carolina state police official said.”
It seems the issues of the world, and the current issues of our nation, have taken a backseat to this roller coaster ride that is Michael Jackson. The word is that his funeral will attract billions…yes billions…through the wonder of television. In fact, if you’re curious about the details, everyone will be covering Michael Jackson’s funeral on live TV, everyone will be blogging, Twittering, and podcasting live and streaming. Ah, the wonders of modern technology.
So, if you happen to be caught up in Michael Jackson’s funeral today, watching it from your desktop at work or reading the live tweets, and you have a second of boredom, head over to our website and try to remember that the world is continuing to turn and healthcare will always be our number one concern. (I didn’t mean for that to rhyme).
