With the distinct possibility of Saddam Hussein’s execution appearing on Iraq TV, the broadcast and cable news networks are figuring out what they’ll do with the video. “We’re very aware that we’re coming into people’s living rooms and that there could be children watching,” CBS News senior VP Linda Mason said. While the nets will likely not show the actual execution, what should news sites do? Post a slide show of screen grabs with a warning? The video? Or is that best left to Drudge? Adds Rob in comments, “I served in two wars where he was leading the other team and believe me I want him dead but, however evil he is, to televise his death up close and personal, would make us appear to be gloating over his downfall and demise and make us no better than he is.”


