Controversial Viewer Vote Has ‘Idol’ Tongues Wagging

‘American Idol’ encourages viewers to vote frequently, but some fans and judges would prefer they vote differently according to USA Today. Some fans believe the voting system should change, with viewers choosing the finalist with the poorest performance rather than the best, to assure that the weakest singer is eliminated. Those associated with the show dismiss that option, saying it would create a negative focus and that fans could protect their favorite singer by targeting votes against a competitor. Read more.