Media outlets seem to be competing with each other to offer portrayals of Trayvon Williams, almost certainly to influence attitudes towards him. Was he an innocent kid or a thug? 2302 8am students discussed the various pictures used to provide some indication of what types of person he was - which might help people infer whether he was the victim or aggressor in the events leading to his death a month ago.
This is worth following so expect random posts on the subject. 2301s will soon start looking at public opinion and the factors which lead people to form the opinions they do - and how these are subject to manipulation, or confirmation, based on what news sources they choose to listen to.
Meanwhile of course, truth seems to take a back seat.
Here's the latest: Where are the injuries from the fight?
