As everyone should be aware, there was a horrid attack in Paris on November 13. With it we are again given a reminder of the good and the bad of social media.
The Good
- Usually the internet is most united when decrying some event or something someone said that is considered unacceptable. But never is it more united than when expressing condolences for terrible events like the one in Paris. Facebook profile pictures around the world have a French Flag overlay, images and expressions of "pray for France" are abounding. It is good to see so many people united in their concern for something.
The Bad
- I don't know if this is bad per say, but it is worth noting. There is an idea traveling around that the Eiffel Tower shut off its lights out of mourning and respect for those killed in the terrorist attacks. While this is a sweet thought, it is likely untrue. The Eiffel Tower's light are shut off every night to conserve power anyway. What is true is that the eiffel tower replica in Las Vegas shut off its lights to show respect. That structure actually is lit up every night. I mean, it is Vegas after all.
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