In today's polarized world, the media has a significant influence on public opinion and discourse. Unfortunately, many media outlets have adopted a strategy that thrives on division, sensationalism, and the exploitation of people's worst moments. This editorial critically examines the role of various media organizations—CNN, Fox News, MSNBC, Breitbart, Al Jazeera, and others—exposing their contributions to the growing divide and their prioritization of ratings over responsible journalism.

Thomas A. Drake, a decorated United States Air Force and United States Navy veteran, and former senior executive at the National Security Agency (NSA), stands as a powerful symbol of the challenges faced by whistleblowers in the United States. His story, marked by significant personal and professional sacrifices, highlights the complexities and injustices within the U.S. government's treatment of those who dare to expose wrongdoing.