KONY2012 - Argumentative Response

To say the least, the whole "KONY" thing is undoubtedly the most debated issue on the internet right now.  It inspires, angers, and causes confusion all at the same moment - sometimes within the same individual.  Whether or not Kony is in Uganda, and whether or not Jason Russell is an evangelical megalomaniac running naked through the streets, we can all agree that the discussion is a worthy one that has led to a sharp increase in awareness; not only for humanitarian causes in Africa, but also for the power of social media.

Since we did spend most of two classes discussing the issue, it is my hope you have developed an opinion, and want to express it.  I encourage you to spend 30 minutes blogging your educated view, just as Jane has here (for the record I agree with most of her view, and her writing was much better here than it was in her Walmart essay ;).  You are welcome to approach the issue any way you like.

My opinion?  While I might appear to be against the entire thing, I'm actually quite in favor of it.  Two weeks ago, I didn't know exactly who Kony was.  I wasn't thinking about Africa or scouring the internet to learn more.  Since that time, I've learned.  I've also witnessed social media explode and create real discussion.  Is there hope for this world?  I think there is, and maybe next time we'll get it right.  KONY2012 doesn't get it exactly right. But they've shown a young generation how it might get done.