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An Inconvenient Truth (2006)
The film provides the foundation for informed discussion
The right to disagree with the conclusions drawn by others is a right we all claim. Having said that, I believe that Al Gore has provided a number of facts to the people of the world community that cannot be ignored. His documentary provides the opportunity for an intellectual and responsible response to the challenge.
Some have suggested that he cannot prove that global warming is a danger. However, while one cannot prove that one's turn at a game of Russian Roulette finds the bullet in the chamber, it would be foolish to gamble. Conservation and care for the environment is a common sense way of life and may very well make the difference between catastrophe and future generations calling this planet home.
This isn't an issue of hating big business for we all have a part in the abuse of the planet due to the decisions each of make daily.
The inclusion of the political and personal history in the documentary provides context and an appreciation of the dedication required to provide leadership.
Peter Jennings Reporting: How to Get Fat Without Really Trying (2003)
The film insults the intelligence of the American people
Generally I am the first person to defend the media when it comes to charges of sensationalism. I believe that this is a freedom of speech issue and while constant repetition of trite details and Hollywood gossip is frustrating and of little value, we have the right to choose the source of our information. Simply said, just turn it off.
That statement is also true about the freedom of what we eat. Peter Jennings theory was strained at best. Two issues came close to the surface of the consciousness of the public. One is the farm bill (which most people don't understand) and the second is the frustration of obesity.
Jennings cleverly tied the two together and said that the same nutritious wheat used to make whole grain bread, the foundation of a healthy diet, can be used to make snacks that are fat-filled and unhealthy. His premise? Because it is so cheap people eat too much.
People must make reasonable choices and one is to choose healthy foods from the many available. The second choice is to get off the sofa, turn off similar broadcasts and get some exercise. Everyone looks for excuses and Jennings' sensationalism provides an excuse.