This Fox News opinion piece argues that in the year since conservative activist Charlie Kirk was assassinated, sections of the media and commentariat have responded with hostility rather than sympathy, directing hateful or dismissive remarks at Kirk, his widow Erika, and conservatives generally. The author contends this reflects poorly on figures across broadcast media, print journalism and online commentary, and criticises what they see as attempts to downplay any link between the alleged shooter and left-wing views while quickly recasting Kirk himself as divisive or bigoted.

The piece names several media figures and outlets it holds responsible, including former MSNBC analyst Matthew Dowd (later dismissed), podcaster Hassan Piker, broadcaster Katie Couric, late-night host Jimmy Kimmel (briefly suspended by ABC over remarks about the case), and Washington Post writers, including one criticised for an article about Erika Kirk's clothing and parenting. It also highlights media figures such as Chris Hayes, Brian Stelter and Jake Tapper who defended Kimmel's suspension as a free-speech issue, framing the overall media reaction as an example of double standards and poor taste following the killing.