op-ed by NYT columnist Nick Kristof about Kony 2012.
brilliant piece. exactly how i feel. stop vilifying the makers for simplifying the issue or accusing them of being neocolonialist.
at the most basic level: it’s generating a wide base of awareness, which is key in stopping any injustice and bringing anyone to justice.
read this.
Awareness and education are key to action. If no one raises awareness no one will know about the situation. Yes, the video simplified the situation but it had to be simplified to be understood.
Read this and do research!