The largest mass shooting in U.S. history has people asking themselves endless questions on what could've been done to prevent those deaths. Many turn to news and media outlets in search of answers, except there is a large problem with that; the news is not always right.

Yes the shooter had a problem, and based on evidence, he was triggered by his hatred toward those of the LGBTQ community. However, whether or not he had ties with ISIS or other extremist groups is unclear.

My issue now, is that once again America is glorifying the shooter, having his picture plastered all over the news. Now, instead of standing in solidarity with the survivors and their families, as well as the families of the deceased, America is too worried with the labeling of the attacker.

The problem with politicians such as Donald Trump who make uninformed comments is that it enlarges the anti-Muslim, anti-Islam sentiment, and creates more situations of home-grown hatred and resentment. Trump even went as far as to assure the general public that president Obama had a connection with the shooter. So what exactly happens when we listen to this media garbage? Sooner or later we are bound to believe it, and then we are distracted from what should really be looked at.

Let's face it, nothing brings Americans together more than an attack on our home, however this coming together should not be in an attempt to breed hatred toward other people, their religion, or sexual preference. It should be a coming together of people in support of those suffering for the deaths of their loved ones, and those that are hurting with tragedies like the one in Orlando.

Here, it is not an issue about someone identifying as LGBTQ, a person of color, a different religion than ours, it is about supporting fellow Americans as people who should be respected no matter his or her own personal beliefs and/or identity.

I have read some horrible things people have said in regards to those who have died in this shooting. I ask myself, How can anyone say that those deaths were justified? They were not. The shooter is not a hero, he does not need a congratulations. He shot and killed many people, and for many families, their lives will be forever altered.

Whether or not you agree with someone's sexual preference should not be a factor in deciding whether or not these killings were ok.

All in all, what I am trying to say, is do not let yourself be wrapped up in all of the talks about the tragedy. Some will focus on rhetoric that is anti-Muslim, others will focus on the hatred of LGBTQ people, others will continue to stick to their gun debates. Don't get me wrong, being informed is not wrong, just be wary about where it is that you seek that information from.

Now is not a time to fight others, it is not a time to let your resentment for the Other grow. Stop and remind yourself that there are criminals within every religion, and that this is not just strictly a case of Islam-extremism, rather hate.

As Gandhi once said, "an eye for an eye, will make the world blind." We cannot cure hate with hate.

So do not take this tragedy and let yourself hate all people who the shooter resembles, and identifies with. This could have happened anywhere and it could have been done by anyone.Instead of pointing fingers at a religion as a whole, or a group of people, why not begin by educating those around us to be more tolerant and accepting?

The important thing to do during a time of crisis, is to ask yourself what is important. What can you do now? Offering support is your best bet. Yes we might need reforms with gun control laws, yes this could have been a case of terrorism, yes there are many issues that need to be fixed, but we have to take it one step at a time. Nothing can be effectively done in a state of panic.

Do not be misled by the news whose only goal is to sell you on their stories. Remember, you only see and hear what they want you to see and hear. Make your own decisions, and do not fall for anything other than what you know is right, and that is that this country needs you, the people need you. The other things can wait.