Behind the Lens: The Stories Our Leaders and Media Often Overlook

Every week, Associated Press photographers capture moments that tell truths often ignored by mainstream political narratives. The images from July 18-24, 2025, reveal a world in distress—from violent crime hitting American communities to geopolitical strife unfolding abroad. But while these pictures should prompt urgent action here at home and on the global stage, too many in Washington remain deaf to the signals. Why Are American Families Left to Suffer While Political Elites Dither? Consider the heartbreaking scene of Benjamin Mogen weeping at the sentencing of Bryan Kohberger for brutally murdering four University of Idaho students. This tragedy underscores a national...