Valuetainment "You Think Charlie Kirk Was A Good Guy?" - Don Lemon DEFENDS Celebrations Of Charlie Kirk’s Murder
Sep 16, 2025
The discussion kicks off with polarizing opinions on Charlie Kirk's character after his death. Street interviews reveal a mix of compassion and sharp criticism, particularly from Don Lemon. The panel critiques the hypocrisy in responses to political violence and the ethics of celebrating Kirk’s divisive legacy. They dive into how cancel culture shapes reactions within political circles, highlighting significant divides in American discourse. The debate raises questions around free speech and the complexities of honoring controversial figures.
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Media Amplifies Extreme Responses
- Don Lemon amplified a pastor's sermon that celebrated Charlie Kirk's death and framed it as national outrage.
- The hosts called the pastor's on-stage applause a
Church Clip Showing Celebratory Applause
- Adam Sosnick plays and reacts to a church clip where the pastor called for flags at half-staff and applauded Kirk's death.
- The panel highlighted the applause and condemned celebrating an assassination in church.
Two Political Realities
- Adam Sosnick argues Americans live in different political universes with little shared knowledge about figures like Charlie Kirk.
- He says most people didn't know Kirk until the assassination made him famous.
