American Idol

OK, so American Idol is something like a modern Star Search, and we're all supposed to mock it. People are forming internet communities who's sole purpose is to vote off the best singers in order to make the show a joke. But at what point did we all become so cynical and expert in everything that we know nothing about that we think it's our job to bring others down? I realize there a lot of people who try out for this show who probably should have stuck to singing in the privacy of their own showers, but those who make it to the final 10 or 12 are there because they do have talent, or show potential. These people have dreams, and are putting themselves in a vulnerable position to take yours, mine, and Simon Kowel's (sp?) criticism. Why do some feel the need to make a mockery of it?

The fact is, when you turn on the radio, in a day you will hear several former contestants from American Idol singing their tunes. Obviously, this show has found some talented people, and we are all listening to and enjoying their art. Why not let the show continue to find good vocal artists for us to enjoy?