I've grown so frustrated with the misinformation/bias that it's difficult not to tune these articles out. It's unfortunate the journalists only appear interested in presenting one side of a story. It's the same tired formula:
- Someone dies
- Investigators find traces of kratom in the bloodstream of the deceased
- Kratom is to blame; print "kratom is evil" article
- Throw longtime responsible kratom consumers under the bus
Objectivity, my friends, isn't a moneymaker. Disinformation and sensationalism, however, are what bring the ad clicks. I don't blame a publication for trying to make a buck, but I am certain there's a way to go about making money without sacrificing integrity.
