In the topsy-turvy world of 24-hour news cycles, it’s always refreshing to see a classic display of virtue signaling, especially when it misses the mark so spectacularly. Recently, a rather contentious bill honoring the legacy of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk made waves. Shockingly, the majority of votes against it came from politicians of color, stirred, it seems, by rhetoric they felt was uniquely harmful. Oh, the irony! It seems when it comes to playing the victim card, some folks have more cards up their sleeves than a Vegas magician.
It’s notable, however, that instead of celebrating unity or bipartisanship, there was an invite to take a detour into the dreary realm of CNN, where their usual cast members gathered to offer critiques. The agenda on this network seems to remain: find a way to bash conservatives, even if it means displaying an impressive lack of self-awareness. The real kicker? Their panelists harp on about ‘rhetoric’ more than a parrot with a catchphrase, completely bypassing any substantial conversation or legitimate critique.
CNN’s coverage seemed less like a news report and more like a bizarre attempt to shift audience attention with flashy nonsense. The comedic relief of their segment came when they referenced the use of the word “Caucasian” with a tone of offense that was hilariously misplaced. The word, after all, isn’t exactly obscenity, although they carried on as if it was. Such blunders are fitting metaphors for the network’s oblivious behavior—much like leaving their vacation schedules more organized than their news content.
Just imagine the minds at CNN sitting around, planning these segments, resembling a disaster movie cast trying to stop a leaking dam with chewing gum. They seem so desperate for a headline to resonate that it appears everyone forgot the point of journalism: honest inquiry and reporting facts. It’s almost like watching a sinking ship where the captain is proudly posing for photos instead of steering to safety.
In wrapping up the circus-like antics of this saga, the resolution in honor of Charlie Kirk did, in fact, pass, despite the feigned outrage and melodrama. One might ask, what kind of resolution would CNN ever champion? Perhaps one celebrating fairytales—the king of which would be if they ever apologized for their missteps. Until then, they remain steadfast in grasping at overblown narratives, trying desperately to find traction in quicksand, leaving viewers to wonder if their next prize will include a clown car with room for the whole network.
