What a tragedy

Proof, the rapper from D12 whose role in Eminem's life was played by Mekhi Phifer in 8 Mile, was shot dead this morning at a club in Detroit.

The man had a lot of talent, and from the people I knew that knew him, he was a genuinely good guy who treated people well. Obviously, it'll be a while before details are known, but here's today's question to ponder: What is it about our society that causes us to destroy our best and brightest in such senseless acts of violence?