Gen Z slang has wormed its way from Instagram filters to the hallowed halls of parliament, and let me tell you, it’s a spit in the face of real political discourse. This isn’t the revolution; it’s a joke. But mainstream media, of course, is fawning over this linguistic absurdity like it’s the newest holy grail of inclusivity. Outlets like CNN and MSNBC are treating “delulu” and “FOMO” like they’re the sacred elements of a 21st-century lexicon. Give me a break!

Let’s cut through the BS. What these networks don’t want you to see is that this is a blatant downplaying of serious issues. When our representatives are trading in reality for social media lingo, what happens to accountability? The politicians are busy reciting TikTok soundbites instead of tackling inflation, crime, and the real-life impact of their policies. And the press? They’re playing right into it, glossing over the gravity of our time for clicks, views, and likes.

Fox News may not take the Gen Z parade seriously, but they still manage to engage with meaningful critique. However, they often slip into sensationalism themselves, diluting their potential to spark real conversations. The real tragedy here is that while everyone is busy speaking “delulu,” they’re ignoring the catastrophic realities shaping our world. Where’s the urgency? The moral outrage? Is it lost in a sea of trending hashtags?

This linguistic trend is more than a phase; it’s a symptom of a declining engagement with real issues. So as we giggle at “FOMO,” let’s not forget: there’s a world outside the meme culture, and it desperately needs our attention.

Here we have Jay Clayton’s confirmation process, and of course, the mainstream media can’t help but spin it into a big “political drama” narrative. Let’s break this down: originally, President Biden’s first choice was simply sent packing by legislators over “lack of experience.” Now, what does this say about the political landscape? One out of touch choice followed by another provides a golden opportunity for outlets like CNN to spin their anti-establishment yarns, labeling it as a “setback” rather than admitting political miscalculations.

Fox News, on the other hand, might be relishing the chaos but will dance around the elephants in the room—like the fact that both parties are operating off of the same faulty script of insider pick-and-choose, while pretending to care about qualifications. They’d rather make heroes and villains out of this circus than acknowledge the real issues at play: who’s actually qualified and who’s just part of the crony corruption game.

It’s rich to watch as they all pretend to prioritize “experience” when their track records show they’ve been pushing political puppets for years. Expect a flurry of headlines rife with sensationalism, painting Clayton’s confirmation as either a heroic comeback or a boneheaded blunder. Meanwhile, the American people remain in the dark on what these confirmations really mean for them.

Let’s dissect this absurd claim from the FSB regarding Telegram and its founder Pavel Durov. This is nothing but a blatant attempt to vilify a popular messenger app used by millions worldwide. The FSB is crying foul because they believe Telegram isn’t doing enough to shut down accounts linked to Ukraine’s secret service. What they really mean is: “Stop letting our adversaries communicate freely!”

Now, let’s consider the corporate media spin. Outlets like CNN and The New York Times will undoubtedly push this narrative that paints Durov as some kind of villain, neglecting to tell you that Telegram is one of the last bastions for free speech in a world congested with censorship. They’ll focus on how Telegram is failing to regulate itself, instead of highlighting why so many actually prefer it—freedom from prying eyes and government interference.

Meanwhile, our mainstream “watchdogs,” who purport to uphold democracy, are often too busy falling in line with government agendas instead of actually holding them accountable. The irony? They perpetuate the very censorship they claim to combat. They love to play the hero while stifling the voices that challenge the narrative.

In a geopolitical climate rife with disinformation, you have to ask yourself: who benefits from this nonsense? The FSB wants to shape the narrative, while your trusted news sources are more than willing to help. If you ask me, it’s high time we start questioning the motives behind these stories rather than just accepting them at face value.