RealClearPolitics Podcast The Tragic Shooting of Charlie Kirk
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Sep 10, 2025 James Robbins, Dean of Academics at the Institute of World Politics, joins the discussion on critical issues following the shooting of Charlie Kirk. They dive into the alarming rise of political violence in America and its implications for public discourse. The conversation also touches on Kamala Harris's reflections in her new book about loyalty and Biden's 2024 bid. Additionally, they analyze a potential executive order on pharmaceutical advertising and explore recent drone incidents by Russia, discussing NATO's strategic responses in the evolving geopolitical landscape.
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Shooting Of Charlie Kirk And Campus Violence
- Charlie Kirk was shot while speaking at Utah Valley University and rushed to hospital with a suspect in custody.
- Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon described the attack as a grotesque attempt to silence a prominent conservative campus voice and condemned political violence.
Rising Student Acceptance Of Political Violence
- FIRE survey found 34% of U.S. students believe violence is acceptable when disagreeing politically, up ten points in four years.
- Hosts warned this rising tolerance for political violence is a severe indictment of the university system and civic reasoning.
Charlotte Murder Spurs Bail And Prosecutor Scrutiny
- The Charlotte light-rail murder sparked debate over cashless bail and prosecutorial decisions after the attacker was previously released.
- Panelists argued this case is a catalyst to reassess bail reforms and prosecutorial accountability.
