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In a way, I'm glad Jasmine cried tonight on American Idol. I for one, way totally moved to tears. She did not sing well at all, but the judges were unecessarily harsh in their critiques. Whatever happened to "constructive criticism?" Now all we get are judges purposely picking lines to make the audience mad or choosing words that will create controversy and elicit a reaction.

Jasmine crying tonight reminded people that we weren't watching a laugh-fest or gong show, and that the competition was more than just a "performance." It's very real. People have taken the term "reality tv" and literally, "twisted" it. It's been contorted to a definition that's sarcastic, mocking and unfeeling. We forget that these reality show contestants are real people too. And for that minute, while we helplessly watched Jasmine cry as Ryan read her numbers, we took a step back to appreciate everything these girls are going through. And instead of making fun of their makeup, or their outfit, or their hideous lips (oops!), we wanted to cheer each one of them on.

Jasmine's going home tomorrow. But that doesn't mean she's lost.

posted by Tim at 9:19 PM