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A CEO was killed on the street in New York. Should we be celebrating?

The Briefing

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Normalization of Violence and Callousness

This chapter examines the alarming social reaction to the assassination of a CEO, revealing a disturbing trend of desensitization towards violence. It discusses the complexities of societal norms around acceptable violence, freedom of speech, and the potential implications for justice and equity. The chapter emphasizes the urgent need for a more unified approach to address systemic social issues, in light of the growing acceptance of dark humor and revelry surrounding violent acts.

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