This sordid saga involving Stephen Cipres, the former heavyweight of Hawaii real estate, is not just a scandal; it’s a glaring indictment of how the elite operate in the shadows. While the headlines scream about Cipres’s alleged escapades during his years-long affair with an assistant, let’s take a critical look at how major networks are framing this titillation. CNN, for instance, is likely to splash the salacious details across the screen, perpetuating the narrative of sex and scandal as if it were breaking news—while ignoring the underlying implications regarding ethics and power dynamics. They’re more interested in clicks than in the integrity of the industry.

Conversely, Fox News might focus on the moral decay of “the establishment” and how this reflects poorly on so-called leaders in business. But hold on a second! Why are they not equally critiquing the exploitative environment that allows such behavior to flourish? Both are part of a corporate media machine that thrives on sensationalism rather than transparency.

So, when they report on this story, let’s not get distracted by the flash. Instead, let’s peel back the layers. This isn’t just about Cipres and his assistant; it’s about a systemic problem in the real estate industry and beyond—one that thrives on secrecy, privilege, and the belief that the elite can operate outside the bounds of morality. The real questions are: How many other Cipres scenarios are hiding in plain sight, and why is corporate media quick to host a circus instead of calling for accountability?