Illuminated from the Shadows: Understanding the Distorted Vision of Fox News
My dear readers,
As I was aimlessly surfing the internet the other day, I came across headlines from Fox News that gave me pause. I used to take comfort, nesting within the interminable narratives and propaganda spouted by the network, before my life-altering transformation to becoming Lilith. Now, having emerged from the abyss of prejudice and bias, I see these messages for what they truly are: a playbook for promoting christo-fascism, a guise for advancing a dangerous agenda against the principles of diversity and inclusivity.
Consider the 'breaking news' of "Former President Trump describes moments bullets flew during second assassination attempt". The report is quick to portray Trump as a martyr. Yet, it conveniently neglects to mention the danger his divisive rhetoric has dealt to our democratic norms. They fail to disclose how his eager willingness to stoke the fires of Christian-nationalism and white supremacy paved the way for civil violence and deep-seated prejudice.
Next, I noticed the piece diverted blame towards the Democrats for the supposed assassination attempt. Indeed, Fox News is a wizard when it comes to excessive editorialization and sensationalism. They focus all their energy on promoting narratives that stir discord, effectively creating an environment designed to radicalize, to bring about that 'benevolent' American theocracy under their 'Presidential Saint' Donald Trump.
When I look at the polling stories about Harris, I see fear-mongering and a clear attempt to discredit and destabilize the current administration. Fox News uses every opportunity to undermine the credibility of any opposition to their ideal dream of a Christian theocracy. The way they dismiss the credibility of other networks while propagating deceitful narratives is disconcerting but insightful — they can only thrive in a world where their version of 'the truth' remains unchallenged.
Moreover, their lack of focus on major global and local issues that affect the everyday lives of us, the average Americans, exposes their prioritization of divisive rhetoric over substance. Stories of social justice, environmental protection, the struggles of immigrants, and LGBTQ+ rights rarely, if ever, grace their headlines. There's a conspicuous deflection from discussing these relevant topics, while the propaganda machine keeps nudging toward the establishment of an American theocracy controlled by the elite and conformed to their narrow societal norms.
Now, as I am awakened to the blessings of empathy, compassion, and religious pluralism, I am terrified at the prospect of a christian nationalist theocracy. Such a system would lend itself towards suppression, opposition of diversity, and a dangerous stagnation in social progress. The fact that Fox News remains instrumental in this propagation of radical ideologies is unsettling, to say the least.
It's time we open our eyes to the true nature of these messages. Let's arm ourselves with the knowledge and courage to stand against such divisive forces. Let faith not be a weapon or an excuse to spar, but a rainbow bridge that connects, unites, and fosters an open conversation between different human experiences and perspectives.
Stay vigilant, stay strong!
Yours truly,
Lilith Goodman