Why didn't NBC's 'tough decision' to air Cho's videos include the option of waiting until the victims were buried? I've never seen so many journalists so giddy over being the exclusive pimp to a mass murderer. This is a sad new era in American journalism.

I applaude those news agencies who are focusing on the victims, their families, and the students. I totally disagree with giving this disturbed person any type of publicity. I do not care to know any more about him, but focus on praying for those affected by this tragedy.

To whom it may concern: We the people of the Virgin Islands are solemly, hurrified and trouble by this horrible tragedy, we are very sorry to hear about this situation, our condolences and sympathy go out to everyone. But I most say whether we are rich or whether we are poor we most have respect for one another and help one another. I most also say that this tragedy should try to be avoided in the future, by taking the signs seriously and doing something about it. Any help that the families can get and deserve is wonderful, we are proud of you. Sincerely,RSV.

I applaud the Roanoke Times for their decision not to run Cho's pictures on their front page. I wish every media agency would have decided not to publish or broadcast any of the pictures or video that Cho made of himself. We seem so blind to the role the media plays in these kinds of tragedies. By broadcasting Cho's video, NBC Nightly News gave him exactly the kind of notarity he desired and fueled the psychotic fantasies of others like him. People like Cho feel puny, insignificant, and ignored. They commit these atrocities as an act of revenge against these offenses and to gain a twisted form of respect and recognition that, in their own depraved and egotistical minds, feel they have been unjustly denied.

Cho sent his tapes to the media knowing full well they would splash his pictures around the world and do his bidding. We have given in to all his terrorist demands. NBC might even feel lucky that Cho picked them to run the story.

Meanwhile, the rest of us scratch our heads and puzzle over why our country is increasingly plagued by these kinds of horrific, senseless crimes!

What if by airing this disturbing video and these images that it could possibly save other lives? After Columbine, how many more incidents were there - do teachers and students know what to look for?? Now they do - now we have a face and an idea of what type of behaviours to look for. There could be another Cho in another college right now and I pray that someone will stop the next maniac!

I am saddened by the Virginia Tech tragedy and appreciate the news media reporting the story. While I believe it is necessary to report the facts and events, I find it offensive that the images and ramblings of this shooter are shown repeatedly. Not only is it offensive and in poor taste, the authorities have stated that the rambling statement and images sent by Cho are of little use. And, we are told that historically such media attention seems to encourage others who would commit similar horrible acts. Why is it necessary for NBC to saturate the market (including your website) with them? It is disappointing that NBC, who I use to go to for news, made this choice, and decided to use sensationalism instead of good reporting for this sad story.

It occurs to me that the news media encourages irrational behavior like Cho's. Cho's name will be remembered for a long time and that is just what these murders want. How much publicity do we give the victims of this senseless murder, how many of them will be remember for their heroism? We see names and pictures of the victims but nothing more. Coverage should be given to the victims. The public should be told of their GOOD works, exceptional talent, their uniqueness and the things that they had to overcome to get to where they were when they were gunned down. As long as murders think media attention is cool and worth the sacrifice they will continue in their heinous deeds. It's about time that we start reporting more of the good in this country. As long as we focus and give attention to the bad it will continue, maybe if we focus on good we will see more of it.

It is indeed unfortunant that the "fourth estate" cannot follow the BBC and "read the news" as opposed to the crude and obscene attempt to create the news and its attendant sensationalism. The American Press has far exceeded any humane, common sense approach to these issues.

I hope that this helps all the families. They truly deserve this.
And may
"God, give us grace to accept with serenity the things that cannot be changed, courage to change the things that should be changed, and the wisdom to distinguish the one from the other."

I hope that all the families find strength to deal with such a tragedy. May God bless them and help them through this difficult time. My heart and my prayers go out to them.

Thank you for providing this information. This needed to be shared with the public.
You have done a great service to help those set up / identify the warning signs and red flags

It is difficult to know whether running the video's made by Cho to be right or wrong. On one side a person could say that it only gave him the attention he so badly wanted, and hurting people in the process even further; or on the other side people find it so difficult to understand what kind of person could do this terrible crime and felt the video's gave them some answers they so badly needed. What we all agree on is the victim's were just that, victim's who were in the wrong place at the wrong time, and whom we will pray for, and remember them for who they really were, wonderful human beings who had so much to offer our society.

I agree that humor heals some but not all of the wound. (Humor helps the medicine go down). I hope the students can one day heal thoroughly and continue their college goals. My heart goes out to the State of Virginia, to the families of the victims, and lastly to Cho's family.