At the University of South Carolina, a gathering took place like no other, with hundreds of students taking to the streets. They united, wielding American flags and using the flashlights on their phones to light up the night. It was not just a gathering, it was a vigil organized by Charlie Kirk, and it aimed to bring attention and unity in a time when the country feels more divided than ever. In an era that seems more focused on stoking division, such efforts to bring people together are refreshing, yet the mainstream media unsurprisingly treated it like an afterthought.
Meanwhile, at the University of Texas, students were preparing to hold a similar vigil, proving that the movement is spreading. These students are rising above the cacophony, choosing to focus on patriotic unity and respect for the country. Yet, in the back rooms of media conglomerates, hardly a whisper of these efforts makes it to the headlines. Our so-called mainstream media stays busy painting narratives that sow discord instead of showcasing moments where Americans come together. It’s a shame that these vigils aren’t getting the coverage they deserve.
But let’s not kid ourselves. The media has been parading around like a peacock, diligently picking and choosing what fits their agenda. Forget reporting; it’s all about playing sides now. As one well-known musician pointed out, the mainstream media has somehow become public enemy number one. Instead of fostering dialogue and understanding, media outlets have turned into echo chambers that drive divisive wedges deeper into the fabric of society.
There’s a troubling pattern here, where the media’s divisive coverage stokes the flames of animosity with every turn. Meanwhile, harmless events like Charlie Kirk’s vigil are left in the dark, gathering little attention beyond social media and like-minded outlets. What’s worse is that the media’s selective outrage has led to dangerous assumptions about individuals who dare to voice different views. The reality is twisted to suit narratives, leading to a dangerous cycle of name-calling and vilification.
We find ourselves in an era where, instead of bridges, walls are built taller and thicker by a media machine more interested in ratings than reality. If the media would take a moment to reflect, maybe they’d realize the power they actually wield to unite rather than divide. Let’s hope that these student gatherings are the beginning of a new chapter—a chapter of more listening, more unity, and perhaps, a media less driven by division. Until then, it looks like it’s up to the American people to wake up, tune out the noise, and start seeing things for what they truly are.
