The program became known for its political commentary. Hyman gave his opinions on topics such as perceived liberal bias in media, rise of agnosticism in America, and terrorism. During the 2004 US presidential election period he favored incumbent George W. Bush, and criticized Democratic opponent John Kerry. Sinclair Broadcast supported the US-led war in Iraq, and Hyman went to Iraq with a Sinclair news crew to find positive stories to counteract negative media coverage.