[Miami1839]

I do believe sometimes that the press does go a little overboard in covering stories. However, I do believe it is their job to an extent to keep us informed(within reason and for them to exercise proper judgement) so that we know whats going on to protect our safety. I do think they are doing a better job than Operation Desert Storm but really I'm not sure if you can compare because the operation we are in now is totally different than any other conflict in the past. I do believe that the anthrax hysteria and the hype on what is happening next is getting out of hand but I think its been decently measured given whats happened to all of us. I mean our government is still here, democracy is alive and well, we still have an economy, and our institutions are still functioning. We are still working. Even though many companies have laid off staff. Again, I think the government and the media are doing a decent job. However, I think the main thing is they need to exercise discretion before covering material. Its sad to think we spent so much time on Monica Lewinsky and Gary Condit instead of spending that time on more world related issues.

Kevin