Yeah, that was weird. How can people deeply grieve for others that they didn't know personally? I've received multiple emails from people telling me to wear orange and maroon today and now they are talking about a national day of mourning. I feel terrible for these victims and I said a prayer for them but people die terrible deaths in this country every single day. Are their deaths any less tragic? My sense is that many just want to be part of this big tragedy.
No, just less sensational, and hence less newsworthy.
My sense is that many just want to be part of this big tragedy.
Those people are known as 'drama queens'.
It’s easier to comprehend accidental deaths than something like this. Cho makes people feel vulnerable.
As for collective mourning.....I understand the kids at VT wanting others to share their pain. They’re young and their world has been changed for all time.
I won’t criticize them.