The recent publicity stunt pulled in the Colorado skies exposes our infatuation with news that is less than news. Whether or not this odd parental move lands the family another reality show or not, they did receive plenty of publicity. There are some very significant causes in our world that should merit more television time, more investigation, and public outcry than what was delivered by the media in the “balloon boy” incident. Tony Jones points out a most powerful cartoon that should prompt us to revisit our viewing habits.