The recent murder of 21-year-old Miguel Alvarez in Portland has sparked reflections on the community's desensitization to violence. As the 16th homicide of the year, his death represents not only a personal loss but part of a disturbing global trend. The article argues that constant exposure to violent statistics and media conditions us to accept such tragedies. It questions whether repeated violence leads to community failure or a reaction to it. Ultimately, it urges readers to remain empathetic and aware, affirming that one murder is too many. It calls for a vision of neighborhoods where such violence does not occur.
One more murder in Portland, thousands more murdered on Sunday in neighborhoods across the world... maybe we have to be desensitized in order to function.
People who study this have shown repeated exposure to violence can lead to less anxiety and depression when confronted with it, as well as less sympathy for victims.
Maybe the onslaught of murder statistics, the casual entertainment from cop dramas, true crime shows... perhaps it leads to an acceptance of violence.
Let’s promise each other we won’t become numb. One murder in our city is too many.
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