The Fox News Rundown Evening Edition: Remembering Charlie Kirk And Pushing Back On Political Violence
Sep 22, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Rep. Mike Flood, a Republican representative from Nebraska and chairman of the House Main Street Caucus, reflects on the impact of Charlie Kirk's life and legacy. He emphasizes the importance of condemning political violence, sharing insights on Congress's response to heightened security concerns. Flood stresses the need for open dialogue among differing political views and outlines his priorities for accessible town halls while tackling pressing issues like budget and immigration reform.
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Teen Exposure To Online Political Figures
- Michael Flood described his son's surprise that teens watched Charlie Kirk and learned conservatism online.
- He warned the viral video of Kirk's death could mislead youth about American norms.
Model Civil Public Behavior
- Model civil behavior in public life and teach children to resolve disputes with words not violence.
- Resist prioritizing internet celebrity over substantive policy work to lower political toxicity.
Polarization Fueled By Media Incentives
- Political vitriol exists across parties and expands with new media channels and phone-driven reality.
- Online incentives amplify insults and make governing and compromise harder.