Joseph Kony is not in Uganda (and other complicated things)

[OneGrassRoot]

9. Yes, this article does go more in depth...

than others I've seen which tend to concentrate on the video's approach stylistically. You're absolutely right.

I really haven't picked up on the "beat the war drum" aspect, though I understand that is a concern of others. We can all watch/read the same thing and come away with different perceptions.

I also realize the criticism has to do with the simplification of a very complicated problem.

I understand and respect that. Yet, to me, all problems are complicated. Rarely is anything black or white.

In order to engage more people to delve into the complexities, they have to be aware of it to begin with. And, to raise awareness and reach the masses, it needs to be simplified.

Hopefully of the millions of people learning about this via Kony 2012 (as well as all the criticisms of the same), there is a percentage who will indeed research and learn more on their own and form their own opinions.

My biggest fear is apathy. That's why I'm heartened when I see people talking and engaging, including disagreeing.

So long as the discussion is going on, there's hope.

To me, this campaign isn't about Kony or Uganda; it's an experiment in empowering people to realize the power they have at their fingertips to learn and share information, and then take whatever action they feel is appropriate.

A continuation of how social media was influential in the Arab Spring.

My opinion.