To The Editor,

I am a Canadian living in the US. I am a staunch believer in a free press and individual rights.... but I beg to differ with the position that the 'gory' details of the Picton trial should be freely and widely trumpeted. I could write a long disertation but think it is more succinct to say if one sleeps with dogs, you are likely to get up with fleas.
 
There are examples enough of our hatred of one another without the perverse titillation this would provide some. Where are the benefits to society in full disclosure? Slowing to glance at a violent auto wreck is one thing - getting out of the car to taste the victims blood is another.
 
Be thankful you live a society that considers such acts beyond the ken of civilized and decent people and check your blood lust wrapped in the cloak of patriotism and freedom.
 
Your point is well taken but sometimes just because one has the right to drink poison doesnt mean it should be served.
 

Robert Fiveson