So... the president looks at the world through 'rose tinted' glasses of optimism; I get that. But calling the blogger's glasses opaque ... his view of reality... is not at all? He's blind? That sounds like an insult.

you're right. it doesn't sound like the fearless blogger is blind, bull headed - yes. still, mass communication has also caused it's share of troubles. who can say if mass communication will change things for the better over there? plus, no one should have the right to silence another who wants to speak out. however, i am from a "free country". still, freedom has it's price too. i know, i'm just full of controversy. at least there is one thing i can state with full conviction and that is - more power to the fearless blogger.