As of this writing, we have learned that the Grand Jury has made its decision in the matter of Office Darren Wilson, who either shot and killed Michael Brown in self-defense, in cold blood, or some combination of the two on August 9th.
Whichever way the Grand Jury decides, it goes without saying a lot of people are not going to be happy with it. Those who think Michael Brown didn't deserve what happened to him will be incredibly incensed if it's decided Wilson doesn't get indicted. Meanwhile, those wearing the "I'm Darren Wilson" shirts will feel that "political correctness" won the day if he is.
But as the people on the streets wait for an official answer, and the rest of us hold our breath, here's a good question: what if they held a riot, and no one came?
What if, instead of saying angry things, spokespeople were calm and adamant?
And what if, instead of giving either side's self-appointed thought leaders more ammunition for their own, personal crusades, the people found a way to make their displeasure known that couldn't be turned into negative junk on FOX News or Comedy Central?
Wouldn't it be great to see our talking heads be at a loss for words, as the story they all had in their heads just sort of collapsed around them, and they'd actually have to report something good for a change?
Because, while any jackhandle can throw a brick at a glass window, it takes a lot more to rebuild trust and respect within a community.
But all the ideas in the world won't do anything by themselves. They take energy to accomplish.
And if the people who were disappointed, or even enraged, at whatever the grand jury says turned that anger and disappointment into energy, and worked to fix the problems they perceive led to this event?
Well, that might be the best outcome of all.
That's what I'm hoping for, here.
