Let’s break this down. Nineteen injured alongside the fatalities? That’s devastating. But how does the mainstream media handle this shocking tragedy? Spoiler alert: poorly. Outlets like CNN and MSNBC will likely spin their narratives to capitalize on the emotional toll while veering away from any hard-hitting questions about the actual causes and potential negligence involved. They’ll focus on the human aspect, sure, but you can bet the real gritty details will be glossed over.

On the flip side, you’ll have Fox News playing the other extreme—constructing a narrative about heroic efforts while presenting eye-catching visuals and emotionally charged headline fluff. But do they dive deep into accountability or systemic failures? Not unless there’s a political advantage to be gained. This cherry-picking approach only serves to distract the audience from the underlying issues that need to be tackled.

Both sides are complicit in skimming the surface, feeding the audience a diet of sensationalism instead of substantive journalism. They thrive off the chaos and emotional reaction but neglect to ask the hard questions: Who really benefitted from this situation? What preventive measures should have been in place? Corporate media loves a good tragedy—just not when it poses a threat to their sponsors or political allies.

In the end, we’re left reeling, and the people in power simply rearrange the narrative like some sick theater production. It’s time we demand more than just headlines, more than just stories. It’s time for accountability.