We’re at war. – Check
As part of any war – we will have deaths in the ranks of our troops, their troops, and regular civilians. – Check
With all the enthusiasm of the local bully headed to beat up a wimp for his lunch money – the COS radio listeners seem excited that the fighting (and killing?) is about to begin. What does the lovely Clear Channel station I have dialed in play? “Killing an Arab” by the Cure.
How nice. Let’s sensor ourselves when it might possibly offend WASP America – but then disregard this new-found sensitivity once we go to war. Very consistent.
Personally – I think that spin was more heartless than possibly playing “When You’re Falling” by Afro Celt Sound System after 9/11. [Some stations apparently backed off playing that track – since it could be seen as a reference to people jumping from the towers?... Yah – it was long logical leap for me too.]
