The Glenn Show Robert Wright – Free Speech after Gaza & Charlie Kirk
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Sep 30, 2025 
Robert Wright, publisher of the Non-Zero Newsletter and host of the Non-Zero Podcast, dives deep into the complex landscape of political polarization and free speech. The conversation highlights the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk and its implications for media framing. They discuss the role of both sides in political hatred and the absence of leadership needed to heal divisions. The dialogue also touches on the delicate balance of sympathy toward Palestinians and the challenges of speaking candidly in a politically charged atmosphere, especially regarding the Israel-Gaza conflict.
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Affirmative-Action Narratives Can Backfire
- Loury argues affirmative-action declarations can engender resentment and ridicule.
- He suggests public self-justifying narratives unintentionally license attacks on beneficiaries' legitimacy.
Verify Before Amplifying Online Claims
- Treat social media posters as de facto journalists because of their reach and responsibility.
- Avoid amplifying misquotes and check sources before sharing incendiary claims.
Taboos Exist To Curb Fever-Swamp Energy
- Breaking taboos yields a rush but also invites the worst misreadings and mob energy.
- Loury notes norms exist to curb fever-swamp dynamics even when uncomfortable truths exist.
