Some Observations of "V" the New Series
It appears that the new ABC Sci Fi television series remake of "V" has become the latest hit with audiences, but it is too much of a hit with them, and for ABC, who does not wish for its new series to be identified with any person, persons, political movement, or cause/s; the executives at the top of the alphabet soup channel have decided to fire the series' original producer, Scott Peters. And there is additional news that writer/executive producer Jeffrey Bell has also left the series, with ABC having replaced them with more politically correct counterparts who will now helm and write the upcoming episodes. It is not known at this time, which direction the series will now take.
It appears that too many of Tuesday's audience identify with the premise of the series in their own lives - that they are living at a period in America of "political turmoil, a charismatic, telegenic new leader arrives virtually out of nowhere. He offers a message of hope and reconciliation based on compromise and promises to marshal technology for a better future that will include universal health care.
"The news media swoons in admiration -- one simpering anchorman even shouts at a reporter who asks a tough question: 'Why don't you show some respect?!' The public is likewise smitten, except for a few nut cases who circulate batty rumors on the Internet about the leader's origins and intentions. The leader, undismayed, offers assurances that are soothing, if also just a tiny bit condescending: 'Embracing change is never easy.'" as the article featured as a link on the Drudge Report, and written by Glen Garvin for McClatchy/Tribune News tells US(http://www.chicagotribune.com/entertainment/chi-tc-tvcolumn-v-1102-1103nov03,0,7062976.story).
It is not known if ABC took these steps because of the Chicago Tribune's write-up which showcased the article cited above, but if there are any doubts, the article's title featured the following captions: "'V' Aims at Obamamania" and not only does Mr. Garvin who wrote the article pen the observations above (just cited), with the controversial title, but he also asks, "So, does that sound like anyone you know? Oh, wait -- did I mention the leader is secretly a totalitarian space lizard who's come here to eat us?"
One thing is certain however, Mr. Garvin is a keen observer, because the connections he makes as a reporter of Obamamania are absolutely correct and accurate. And coming from one such as he, it comes something as a surprise from someone writing for the mainstream media. Not only is it an admission of sorts, but perhaps even a revelation for a member of the news media, since Mr.Garvin does not work for Fox News, or talk radio, or is even a conservative; as some on the Left would assume.
It appears that in the words of the X Files, the truth is out there. I would add to that also that the truth is getting out as well.
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