NBC Meet the Press Sept. 14 — Gov. Spencer Cox, Sen. Mark Kelly, Sen. Lindsey Graham and Pete Buttigieg
Sep 14, 2025
In this discussion, Utah Governor Spencer Cox, known for his unifying approach, joins Senator Mark Kelly, who has personal ties to political violence through his wife Gabby Giffords. South Carolina's Senator Lindsey Graham emphasizes the attack on Charlie Kirk and its implications for the MAGA movement. Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg advocates for a forward-thinking response to violence. They explore the urgent need for open dialogue across political divides and the role of digital media in exacerbating societal tensions.
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Assassination As A National Watershed
- The Charlie Kirk assassination reflects a wider escalation of political violence across the U.S.
- Governor Spencer Cox warns this could be a watershed moment that defines whether violence worsens or ends.
Suspect's Rapid Radicalization
- Governor Spencer Cox described the suspect as a bright student who rapidly radicalized after leaving college.
- He cited gaming, Reddit and dark corners of the internet as part of that rapid radicalization process.
Algorithms Fuel Outrage And Division
- Social media algorithms deliver constant outrage and dopamine hits that harm civic discourse.
- Governor Cox says these platforms 'hack our brains' and erode agency, fueling polarization and conflict.