Murder and Music

"Knox convicted, sentenced to 26 years in prison"
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/eu_italy_student_slain

Now I've read a few articles on this case over the past few months, and while I would never call myself an expert on the topic I would have to say that I know enough to form an opinion. My opinion is that this case has been swarmed with unjust media attention that, like many cases previously, very possibly affected the verdict. I do not know whether Knox is guilty or innocent, I do think she at least was involved or witnessed something in someway, but I cannot say whether she committed the crime. What I do know is that the so-called "justice" systems of the world need to pay attention to the cameras covering their trials and start focusing on ridding the trials of media bias and influence.

"Ottawa boy ordered to shut down his radio station"
http://www.cbc.ca/canada/ottawa/story/2009/12/03/ottawa-pirate-radio-station.html

I have to say I like this boy's initiative, and I am very saddened at the country's attempt to shut him down. 6 - 10 months for a license? Really? What's the hold up? Instead of aiding an independent, ambitious boy in his attempts to make other people happy, to improve the radio business as a matter of fact, they immediately step a foot down and smash his operations. If anything I think this boy should be commended for taking the time and care to give people what they want. A few more people in this world like him could change the world. Sure, it's not a cure for cancer, but I think a smile and some joyful music can cure just about anything.