The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 2280 - Kirk’s Shooter Had TRANS Boyfriend, Far-Left Views
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Sep 15, 2025 A tragic public shooting sparks a conversation about community support and the implications of political violence. The discussion highlights the emotional impact on victims' families and critiques the normalization of extreme ideologies. Navigating cancel culture and political advocacy, the hosts explore Hollywood's selective engagement with global issues. They also emphasize the importance of civil discourse amidst ideological tensions, urging listeners to reflect on how belief systems can contribute to societal violence.
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Massive Public Outpouring For Charlie Kirk
- Millions rallied after Charlie Kirk's assassination, with large donations and chapter requests for TPUSA.
- Erica Kirk's public grief and promise to continue his mission galvanized religious and political turnout.
Three Features That Predict Political Violence
- Extremist ideologies often combine conspiracy thinking, perceived group victimhood, and justification of violence.
- Ben Shapiro argues these three features predict which movements are likelier to produce violent actors.
Suspect Described As Left-Leaning And Uncooperative
- Officials and acquaintances described the suspect Tyler Robinson as left-leaning and not cooperating with police.
- Governor Spencer Cox and others reported friends and family saying Robinson had embraced left-wing ideas.
