RealClearPolitics Podcast

Reactions to the Assassination of Charlie Kirk

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Sep 11, 2025
Phil Wegmann, White House correspondent for RealClearPolitics, joins a gripping discussion on the assassination of Charlie Kirk. They explore President Trump’s plans to posthumously award Kirk the Presidential Medal of Freedom and the fallout from Matthew Dowd's firing. The conversation turns to the 24th anniversary of 9/11, the evolving traditions of remembrance, and stark reflections on civility in modern political discourse. Economic concerns also surface, as they analyze inflation trends and upcoming Federal Reserve meetings amid a polarized political climate.
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Attack On Free Speech And Debate

  • The hosts view Charlie Kirk's assassination as an attack on free speech and political debate on campuses. They say it cuts deeply because it targets a public, youthful voice and chills civic discourse.
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Emotional Reaction To The Killing

  • Carl describes his emotional swing from sadness to anger while covering the story and following developments. He says many people share those shifting reactions to the assassination.
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Online Celebrations Reveal Social Fracture

  • Tom Bevan reports he found online celebrations of Kirk's death and was shaken by the level of dehumanization. He says such responses erode faith in humanity and reveal a warped segment of the public.
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