You don't always have to comment about things.
Ace is on a news program in an interview when he is asked about a very sensitive political issue.
Ace wants to respond to the interviewer.
Ace tells the interviewer that he has nothing to say on the issue.
Ace takes a side on the political issue and tells interviewer his answer.
Ace maintains neutrality and no one feels alienated.
People feel alienated from Ace because he disagreed with them.