I had never seen this video or really heard anything about Jim West before this class. After watching the video I was torn between understanding why the media wanted to publish a story and doubt over their lack of judgement.
Obviously in journalism, everyone wants to break a big story. Most will do just about anything to get one. However, there is a line where people move from describing events to speculation. I felt that the story was stretching to find some wrong doing. I felt that if they had serious belief and proof that West was involved in sexual conduct with underage boys then it would be a different story. My problem is that the story came out after West was discovered to have engaged in sex with a legal adult.
Therefore, I do not think anyone can claim is was not a story about sexual orientation. It was based on the fact that West was gay. That is where it started and ultimately ended.
I do disagree with Jim West's use of office to give out internships. It is an unfair advantage even if they are not paid. Positions should be earned, not just given out.
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