A Divided America: Reflections on Truth and Unity

Unless you’ve been living in solitude, you’ve seen that Americans are deeply divided.  Sure, division isn’t new—there has always been some friction—but in my lifetime, it has never felt as raw as it does now.

Roots of Division

Division stems from many sources including cultural differences, economic gaps, and social inequalities.  Political parties often mirror these existing divides, but many scholars argue that today’s modern political environment amplifies polarization through news and social media, exploiting these rifts for gain.

The media’s influence can feel almost hypnotic—not in a clinical sense, but in how it uses repetitive visuals, emotional appeals, and rhythmic pacing to hook viewers.  This creates a state of suggestibility, where people absorb narratives uncritically, much like a trance.  

The result is that many don’t form their own opinions.  They’re handed them by those with agendas, delivered by the media they control.  Depending on your news sources, your version of reality might differ entirely from that of a spouse, friend, family member, or colleague—and your perception of reality might not even be real.  

For example, consider how misinformation spreads.  A study by the Pew Research Center found that 62% of Americans get their news from network and cable news and social media, often without questioning its accuracy.  This reliance on seemingly unfiltered platforms allows false narratives to take root, shaping perceptions in ways that deepen divides.

The Spectrum of Belief

Some folks are just out of touch or uninformed, with some intentionally so.  Others are stuck in a bubble of news and social media, swayed by its persuasive pull.  Some grapple with mental health challenges, teetering on delusion.  And then there are those who see through the media’s tactics and choose initially skepticism over blind acceptance.

Take the controversy surrounding Charlie Kirk’s murder.  Jimmy Kimmel was suspended from late-night TV for spreading a false claim about the accused murderer.  Other media figures echoed the same falsehood, offending ABC affiliate station owners and much of the public.  Kimmel’s team of writers and producers should’ve caught this, so was it deliberate—an agenda—or just ignorance?  Either way, there’s no excuse.  

Shockingly, a 2025 survey (conducted by YouGov) showed that one-third of Democrats still believe Kimmel’s claim, despite clear evidence to the contrary.  They didn’t arrive at that belief themselves; it was assigned to them.  This shows how easily large groups can be swayed, hypnotized by the narratives they consume.  You could be listening to information or reading something that isn’t true or is presented out of context to amplify a lie.  So, consumer beware.  

A Deeper Divide

Yes, we’re divided, but it’s not just politics.  Those who watched Erika Kirk and others on Sunday in Glendale realize what they were witnessing.  Those who didn’t see it, don’t know what it means.  

The divide isn’t just about red or blue—it’s about grasping the moment we’re in as a nation, as humanity, and even as souls with untapped potential.  You either see it or you don’t.  But I sense that the gap is narrowing.  Sunday might have been a turning point.  When Charlie Kirk was killed, it was as if a powerful energy was unleashed.  Millions felt it, and their view of reality shifted forever.

His death woke people up—our youth and others worldwide.  They see the evil in some whom we’re conditioned to trust.  They’ve found their calling—to save our country from the insanity that has indoctrinated our kids and hypnotized far too many.  Kirk’s Christian faith fueled a revival-like moment in Glendale, a kind of old-fashioned life’s lesson on steroids.  But this isn’t just about Christianity.  It’s about a reset—a return to truth.  Isn’t it time our politicians and news media stopped peddling obvious lies?  Isn’t it time we admit too many have lost their way and need help finding the truths?  Isn’t it time for political courage—say, from Democrats—to, for example, stop pretending a man can become a woman?

A Call to Action

We need to face the truth.  Some in powerful positions are evil and care more about themselves than our collective good.  Maybe we should pray more for our nation’s health.  Maybe more of us need the guts to speak out, call out the insanity and corruption, and help the hypnotized see clearly.  We can be patient, kind, and forgiving—but we can’t forget how we got here.  Do you see what I’m saying?  We only get one shot at this.

Sunday’s message in Glendale was about peace, love, equality of opportunity, tolerance, inclusion, justice, and liberty.  There were no violent protests or destruction of property.  There was no Antifa lighting cities on fire.  The day carried a message no decent American could reject if they understood it objectively.  But some fear that embrace.  They know they must distort it, labeling us as racist, misogynistic, homophobic, xenophobic, bigoted, or fascist to keep their followers.  Without those lies, they’d lose everything—and for humanity’s sake, they should.