Двое меня! И не разделяйте!
Я тут читаю свой дневник и сам боюсь. Эк меня занесло! Надеюсь, я никого не распугал?
Чегой-то все это выглядит, как бред сумашедшего. Я тут пишу, пишу, а вроде как словоблудие какое-то. "Факты! Где же факты!",- как говаривала знакомая журналистка ( или, представим по другому: обоснуй!)
Поэтому сегодня я выкладываю немного фактов. Но! Я - существо ленивое, переводить мне - труд тяжкий и пальцы по клаве не бегают. В поле я сейчас (то-бишь в тундре), гусей-лебедей снимаю, и до компа еле живой из болот добираюсь. Ха! Вот как много оправданий тому факту, что мне переводить лениво! А посему под катом - несколько фактов, но предупреждаю - на английском! читать дальше
итак, факт первый: типичная газетная статья про Санджаю эпохи травли:
"The death of Sanjaya?
There are rumors that today might be the day. Sanjaya, the hated, despised, disgusting, irritating, pernicious little weirdo who has haunted American Idol long after his talent "died a painful death, may finally be exorcised off the American Idol set tonight.
Now all the imbeciles who have supported him can go out and pay for the privlege. As if.
I will admit, here at his premature burial, that he has been the spice (albeit bitter) of a relatively lackluster season. May he rest in peace - god grant he lie still. "
Ответ на это от:
"I am an AI fan from New Zealand. I have always watched AI, but this season is the best. Reason? His name is Sanjaya. He might not be the best, but he is the only star. Its surprising to see so many negative articles on a young man. Obviously he has a lot more class than a lot of journalists there. Where are the positive stories? Encourage and embrace your children America, dont crush them. He's not an embarrasment to your country, your the media on the other hand... You may like this, you may not. Don't worry im staying outside. I am still buying his music though and Melinda. Thats the only other name i remember."
Мой первый плач, когда я увидел среди травли вот это Открытое письмо
кстати, их потом много было)
By Brendan Butler: 2007-04-06 00:12:23
Dear Mr. Sanjaya Malakar,
Oftentimes people write letters to vent their frustrations with the letter’s recipient; this is not the case here. I’m not writing to tell you to amend your ways but rather to keep doing what you’re doing, because it’s winning the hearts and minds of our great nation's inhabitants.
A popularity contest is not something won on merit alone, and a popularity contest is all American Idol is. This is not about who is the best or most affluent singer--it’s about who we happen to like best at a specific moment in time. And you, my perpetual hair-alternating friend, are just that. You are an inspiring, Zen individual who is consistently being burned and told you’re not good enough week in and week out by elitist judges. But guess what, you keep coming back to prove the dream-killers wrong, simply by being yourself.
You see, Sanjaya, we live in divisive, backward and upside down times. America is undergoing a disillusionment period with an unwelcome war pushed on us for unfathomable reasons. Plus, how did it become the case that Democrats are the party with all the grassroots money? Backward indeed, but no need to concern yourself with such things; you’re Sanjaya.
April 3rd’s episode of American Idol was the first episode I’ve ever watched. It’s because for the last couple weeks, all I’ve been hearing about on random shows is how this Sanjaya character is causing controversy on Idol by not being voted off. I asked myself, What could be so controversial about pursuing a dream and having people like you for it? I personally think the talk show hosts just like saying your name, really.
In catching up with you on YouTube, the truth is more than evident--no, you’re not the best singer on the show … so what? You're only 17, and perhaps your voice is not ready to sing every type of song under the sun. Still, some of your performances are better than others. (“Steppin Out With My Baby,” good; “You Really Got Me,” not so good.)
I notice you tend to begin your songs sloppily, maybe due to some jitters, but you harness them halfway through and finish strongly. The important thing is that you possess, right now, every affable quality a star needs, in a great smile, profound warmth, resounding humility, easiness and yet, a solid backbone.
Much of the controversy the dream-crashing naysayers spout is how you winning the contest would be unfair to the “more talented” contenders. You don’t have to worry about that. Your impending victory will not hinder LaKisha Jones’ or Melinda Doolittle’s career opportunities. They already have the exposure they need at this point to continue their endeavors, and if these last six years have taught us anything, the title is irrelevant to commercial success.
Season six of American Idol can be historic. Americans are ready to feel good about America again, to know this is still the bastion of opportunity and that this is still the place where dreams come true. You can do this, Sanjaya, by continuing to be your enjoying-the-ride self. But the possible miracle will not be swayed by Simon, Paula or Randy; the miracle is in the hands of the people.
I know I will be casting my first-ever votes next week for what I once thought an irrelevant zeitgeist, and I’m voting for you because you’ve inspired me to do so. I know there are some out there who wish to vote for you for less noble reasons, but their motives are just as skewed as the judges you face. I will get as many people as I can behind you so we can bring the title, signed, sealed and delivered to you. Sanjaya, you truly are an American Idol.
God bless you. And God bless America.
Best Wishes,
Brendan Butler
Ну и наконец письмо редактору газеты LA Times
My feelings on the whole Sanjaya issue this season are summed up by this letter to the editor of the L*A TIMES:
As only a casual viewer of American Idol until this season, I don't feel America "got it right" on this one, and in fact, I am appalled at the whole travesty of Sanjaya's run on idol. I feel I have seen the worst and most vile side of American pop culture. UGGGH! I need to go shower because I feel dirty, so I'll just let the letter speak for me:
Dear Editor:
I just want to express my outrage and disgust at the American Idol producers, judges, fans and the media for the weeks-long bashing of 17 year old Sanjaya Malakar.
As a mother, and a (former) fan of idol, I am appalled at the way the producers used the weekly bashing of a kid to increase ratings, appealing to the lowest common denominator of "fans".
The producers of American Idol are the ones who put this kid on the show, then set him up right away as the "one to hate". If you are a viewer, you see that they do this every season to manipulate viewers and keep the controversy going.
Only this time, the gig went too far.
While the trashing and ridicule of a 17 year old boy brought all the racists, ageists, homophobes and other losers out of the woodwork, it made a lot of us (especially parents) angry beyond words at the injustice and insensitivity of the idol machine, who continued to stoke the fire each week with snarky (and largely unfounded) Simon Cowell remarks, producer remarks, etc.
And showing the state of the media in America today, of course they all jump on the bandwagon to appeal to the lowest common denominator.
Most of the bashing posts, commentaries and comments I read and heard for weeks included startlingly racist, ageist and homophobic slurs, and in some of the worst hateful, revolting language imaginable.
Yet not once did I hear a newspaper commentator, news show host, or media personality decry the inappropriateness of all of this screed being directed at a kid.
Everyone was quick to denounce Imus (justifiably) for his nasty comment about college--aged young women, but the media in the case of young Sanjaya has been equally inappropriate and woefully inadequate.
My family turned off a Fox News local newscast last night due to another hateful tirade by a supposed "professional" newscaster. Cowell's way over the top rant Tuesday night again Sanjaya, and the subsequent smarmy, hateful tone he continued with on Wednesday toward Sanjaya now has American Idol deemed "inappropriate viewing" for my household. I don't want my kids exposed to such disgusting display ever again.
A lot of kids (and adults) truly like Sanjaya. To make a mockery of one of the few kid-friendly contestants on the show was unforgivable in my opinion.
Fact is, a lot of us out here in "fly-over" America really liked Sanjaya. We liked his performances, his gumption, his individuality--and yes! We will buy his CDs!!!
His were some of the only truly listenable MP3s produced by this mediocre idol group this year, of which--Sanjaya wasn't the best, but he certainly wasn't the worst. Not even on a single episode was he the worst!
No, this is not a singing competition and this was not about singing. The continual bashing of the kid for his dress, hair, etc was just ridiculous to me. Being the mother of teens myself, he looked like most every kid that hangs out at my house on the weekend--including the ponyhawk, earrings and bandana. I just can't understand all the fuss. One would think Cowell and some in the media have never seen a teenager before in their lives.
As a parent, I found his example of hanging tough and continuing to smile through the whole travesty a true example for my kids of the very best moral character.
Sanjaya is a class act.
To the entertainment industry powers that be, I would say "sign this kid up now!"
A lot of us out here will be eagerly waiting for more from this very talented and sincerely role-model-worthy young man.
Sanjaya's mother must be proud.
This was written by an employee of mine with school-aged and teenage children. One of children cried unconsolably when Simon ripped into Sanjaya so harshly last night.
Shame!!! Shame!!!
As for me, I have gone in one season from being a complete fan of the show for its family entertainment value, to a disgruntled and disenchanted viewer."
Я сейчас работаю над одной статьей для одного ресурса и хотел назвать ее "Парнишка из Сиэттла", но вот думаю, может лучше назвать патетически "Второе пришествие Баламута"?
Чегой-то все это выглядит, как бред сумашедшего. Я тут пишу, пишу, а вроде как словоблудие какое-то. "Факты! Где же факты!",- как говаривала знакомая журналистка ( или, представим по другому: обоснуй!)
Поэтому сегодня я выкладываю немного фактов. Но! Я - существо ленивое, переводить мне - труд тяжкий и пальцы по клаве не бегают. В поле я сейчас (то-бишь в тундре), гусей-лебедей снимаю, и до компа еле живой из болот добираюсь. Ха! Вот как много оправданий тому факту, что мне переводить лениво! А посему под катом - несколько фактов, но предупреждаю - на английском! читать дальше
итак, факт первый: типичная газетная статья про Санджаю эпохи травли:
"The death of Sanjaya?
There are rumors that today might be the day. Sanjaya, the hated, despised, disgusting, irritating, pernicious little weirdo who has haunted American Idol long after his talent "died a painful death, may finally be exorcised off the American Idol set tonight.
Now all the imbeciles who have supported him can go out and pay for the privlege. As if.
I will admit, here at his premature burial, that he has been the spice (albeit bitter) of a relatively lackluster season. May he rest in peace - god grant he lie still. "
Ответ на это от:
"I am an AI fan from New Zealand. I have always watched AI, but this season is the best. Reason? His name is Sanjaya. He might not be the best, but he is the only star. Its surprising to see so many negative articles on a young man. Obviously he has a lot more class than a lot of journalists there. Where are the positive stories? Encourage and embrace your children America, dont crush them. He's not an embarrasment to your country, your the media on the other hand... You may like this, you may not. Don't worry im staying outside. I am still buying his music though and Melinda. Thats the only other name i remember."
Мой первый плач, когда я увидел среди травли вот это Открытое письмо
кстати, их потом много было)By Brendan Butler: 2007-04-06 00:12:23
Dear Mr. Sanjaya Malakar,
Oftentimes people write letters to vent their frustrations with the letter’s recipient; this is not the case here. I’m not writing to tell you to amend your ways but rather to keep doing what you’re doing, because it’s winning the hearts and minds of our great nation's inhabitants.
A popularity contest is not something won on merit alone, and a popularity contest is all American Idol is. This is not about who is the best or most affluent singer--it’s about who we happen to like best at a specific moment in time. And you, my perpetual hair-alternating friend, are just that. You are an inspiring, Zen individual who is consistently being burned and told you’re not good enough week in and week out by elitist judges. But guess what, you keep coming back to prove the dream-killers wrong, simply by being yourself.
You see, Sanjaya, we live in divisive, backward and upside down times. America is undergoing a disillusionment period with an unwelcome war pushed on us for unfathomable reasons. Plus, how did it become the case that Democrats are the party with all the grassroots money? Backward indeed, but no need to concern yourself with such things; you’re Sanjaya.
April 3rd’s episode of American Idol was the first episode I’ve ever watched. It’s because for the last couple weeks, all I’ve been hearing about on random shows is how this Sanjaya character is causing controversy on Idol by not being voted off. I asked myself, What could be so controversial about pursuing a dream and having people like you for it? I personally think the talk show hosts just like saying your name, really.
In catching up with you on YouTube, the truth is more than evident--no, you’re not the best singer on the show … so what? You're only 17, and perhaps your voice is not ready to sing every type of song under the sun. Still, some of your performances are better than others. (“Steppin Out With My Baby,” good; “You Really Got Me,” not so good.)
I notice you tend to begin your songs sloppily, maybe due to some jitters, but you harness them halfway through and finish strongly. The important thing is that you possess, right now, every affable quality a star needs, in a great smile, profound warmth, resounding humility, easiness and yet, a solid backbone.
Much of the controversy the dream-crashing naysayers spout is how you winning the contest would be unfair to the “more talented” contenders. You don’t have to worry about that. Your impending victory will not hinder LaKisha Jones’ or Melinda Doolittle’s career opportunities. They already have the exposure they need at this point to continue their endeavors, and if these last six years have taught us anything, the title is irrelevant to commercial success.
Season six of American Idol can be historic. Americans are ready to feel good about America again, to know this is still the bastion of opportunity and that this is still the place where dreams come true. You can do this, Sanjaya, by continuing to be your enjoying-the-ride self. But the possible miracle will not be swayed by Simon, Paula or Randy; the miracle is in the hands of the people.
I know I will be casting my first-ever votes next week for what I once thought an irrelevant zeitgeist, and I’m voting for you because you’ve inspired me to do so. I know there are some out there who wish to vote for you for less noble reasons, but their motives are just as skewed as the judges you face. I will get as many people as I can behind you so we can bring the title, signed, sealed and delivered to you. Sanjaya, you truly are an American Idol.
God bless you. And God bless America.
Best Wishes,
Brendan Butler
Ну и наконец письмо редактору газеты LA Times
My feelings on the whole Sanjaya issue this season are summed up by this letter to the editor of the L*A TIMES:
As only a casual viewer of American Idol until this season, I don't feel America "got it right" on this one, and in fact, I am appalled at the whole travesty of Sanjaya's run on idol. I feel I have seen the worst and most vile side of American pop culture. UGGGH! I need to go shower because I feel dirty, so I'll just let the letter speak for me:
Dear Editor:
I just want to express my outrage and disgust at the American Idol producers, judges, fans and the media for the weeks-long bashing of 17 year old Sanjaya Malakar.
As a mother, and a (former) fan of idol, I am appalled at the way the producers used the weekly bashing of a kid to increase ratings, appealing to the lowest common denominator of "fans".
The producers of American Idol are the ones who put this kid on the show, then set him up right away as the "one to hate". If you are a viewer, you see that they do this every season to manipulate viewers and keep the controversy going.
Only this time, the gig went too far.
While the trashing and ridicule of a 17 year old boy brought all the racists, ageists, homophobes and other losers out of the woodwork, it made a lot of us (especially parents) angry beyond words at the injustice and insensitivity of the idol machine, who continued to stoke the fire each week with snarky (and largely unfounded) Simon Cowell remarks, producer remarks, etc.
And showing the state of the media in America today, of course they all jump on the bandwagon to appeal to the lowest common denominator.
Most of the bashing posts, commentaries and comments I read and heard for weeks included startlingly racist, ageist and homophobic slurs, and in some of the worst hateful, revolting language imaginable.
Yet not once did I hear a newspaper commentator, news show host, or media personality decry the inappropriateness of all of this screed being directed at a kid.
Everyone was quick to denounce Imus (justifiably) for his nasty comment about college--aged young women, but the media in the case of young Sanjaya has been equally inappropriate and woefully inadequate.
My family turned off a Fox News local newscast last night due to another hateful tirade by a supposed "professional" newscaster. Cowell's way over the top rant Tuesday night again Sanjaya, and the subsequent smarmy, hateful tone he continued with on Wednesday toward Sanjaya now has American Idol deemed "inappropriate viewing" for my household. I don't want my kids exposed to such disgusting display ever again.
A lot of kids (and adults) truly like Sanjaya. To make a mockery of one of the few kid-friendly contestants on the show was unforgivable in my opinion.
Fact is, a lot of us out here in "fly-over" America really liked Sanjaya. We liked his performances, his gumption, his individuality--and yes! We will buy his CDs!!!
His were some of the only truly listenable MP3s produced by this mediocre idol group this year, of which--Sanjaya wasn't the best, but he certainly wasn't the worst. Not even on a single episode was he the worst!
No, this is not a singing competition and this was not about singing. The continual bashing of the kid for his dress, hair, etc was just ridiculous to me. Being the mother of teens myself, he looked like most every kid that hangs out at my house on the weekend--including the ponyhawk, earrings and bandana. I just can't understand all the fuss. One would think Cowell and some in the media have never seen a teenager before in their lives.
As a parent, I found his example of hanging tough and continuing to smile through the whole travesty a true example for my kids of the very best moral character.
Sanjaya is a class act.
To the entertainment industry powers that be, I would say "sign this kid up now!"
A lot of us out here will be eagerly waiting for more from this very talented and sincerely role-model-worthy young man.
Sanjaya's mother must be proud.
This was written by an employee of mine with school-aged and teenage children. One of children cried unconsolably when Simon ripped into Sanjaya so harshly last night.
Shame!!! Shame!!!
As for me, I have gone in one season from being a complete fan of the show for its family entertainment value, to a disgruntled and disenchanted viewer."
Я сейчас работаю над одной статьей для одного ресурса и хотел назвать ее "Парнишка из Сиэттла", но вот думаю, может лучше назвать патетически "Второе пришествие Баламута"?