Truth gets lost in high-profile stories such as Vick's

And so Michael Vick has found Jesus.

Just in time. Interesting how these guys discover religion AFTER they are arrested, isn't it?

What has amazed me throughout the Vick news cycle is the number of people who defend him and his actions.

Just when you thought today's "everyone's opinion counts" society couldn't get any more ridiculous, we're treated to lots of commentary that includes red herrings such as:

"I didn't see the same level of media coverage when ... " and then they cite some story that received all kinds of media coverage.

"Why do folks care more about dogs than people? Lots of athletes assault women and they're allowed to play again." Isn't that one special? But it's not an either-or situation. Prosecuting Vick doesn't mean assault is okay. The attention Vick is receiving is due to the fact that unfortunately, domestic violence is a fairly common occurence in this country, especially among athletes, while dog fighting is still somewhat exotic.

"This wouldn't be as big a deal if Vick were white." Ever heard of Qyntel Woods or LeShon Johnson? Didn't think so. This is about celebrity and visibility, not race.

"Lots of people hunt and they don't get arrested." Yes, and hunting is legal, highly regulated and self-policed by groups with a vested interest in protecting species and habitats. Dogfighting is barbaric and illegal, and gambling on it is even worse, especially when a professional football player in involved.

I could go on and on, but you get the point. These types of stories give everyone a platform for advancing their own agendas, but in the midst of all the finger-pointing, excuse making and backtracking, the reality gets lost.

That is, Michael Vick -- a powerful, well-trained athlete in the prime of his career -- broke the law by killing defenseless animals who had the misfortune of losing in brutal, winner-takes-all combat. Electrocuting them. Slamming them to the ground.

That's how he proved his manhood and toughness to his "boyz."

Will he ever play football again? Who cares.