Nows the Time.

There has been many times throughout history, where particular events has become the spotlight of our society. The response to such events comes forth in such a dramatic and explosive way, that it is often represented by immediate emotional reactions and actions rather than thoughtful consideration. Yet which one is more  appropriate? Some may argue that its is of greater value to discuss situations or events while they are at hand, and others prefer to grasp a better understanding of what the event is an expression of, and then go forth from there. This idea of expressing rhetoric at a particular time or rather opportunity, can be defined by the Greek word, kairos. Ancient Greek thinkers valued kairos as an important means of discussing timely issues with an audience before the impact of the issue diminishes. In today's times, our society is so greatly influenced by the media that the process in which we take on and interpret information has mostly been fabricated and presented by means of creating an intriguing story through a very competitive manner. So when news often comes to us through these means, it is often the story we receive from one source that we react from without taking consideration of all other perspectives.

In my own opinion, I believe that within every story or report that it is on the basis of the story's context in which we should decide how and when to speak upon it. When traumatic events take place in which the society is divided on sides to take, the reactions to events are shown to be just as traumatic. For example, in LA when news broke out about the "Rodney King" case, almost immediately riots broke out. While it held no actual benefit (as many riots don't) perhaps speaking or discussing the need for equality and justice prior to these events, could have prevented the danger and violence that had followed.

When we hear news reports of "student killed while driving and texting" its so prevalent and possible in the lives of many that it becomes a significant topic to discuss. From there we consider how to optimize the means in which we take on the report, and act from there. In this situation, the timing is completely important and should immediately be discussed to stop such horrific and preventable deaths. If we were to wait and not reflect on this report as sad as it is, then the "texting and driving" epidemic would only continue to worsen, and as a society I'm sure many can agree at seizing such an opportunity to take action. Already so many have created petitions to vow that they wouldn't text and drive, while it continues to become outlawed in many states.