Health officials reporting three deaths during Mexico City’s euphoric celebrations post-World Cup win is the perfect opportunity for mainstream media to do what they do best: spin a tragic narrative. Outlets like CNN immediately leapt on this, framing the event not just as a sports celebration, but as a dangerous spectacle fueled by unchecked exuberance and mob mentality. This is a blatant attempt to demonize joyful gatherings, as if revelry is now synonymous with chaos.

Meanwhile, Fox News tiptoed around this incident with sanctimonious caution, painting a picture of nationalistic fervor gone awry. They want us to believe that the fervor of cheering for one’s country is not just innocent fun—it’s a potential public safety hazard. By focusing on the fatalities through a sensationalist lens, they then pivot to push an agenda highlighting “the dangers of excessive nationalism.” It’s an insidious method of crafting a narrative that lays the groundwork for policies that dampen public celebration.

Let’s not forget, this isn’t about the actual lives lost; it’s about the media craving sensational stories to boost their ratings, leveraging tragedy to stoke fear and division. If they cared about the truth, they’d lead with the celebration’s overwhelmingly positive aspects. Instead, they choose shock and sorrow, all while ignoring the real issues that plague our society. It’s all part of the broader media strategy: vilify the happiness while preaching gloom and doom.