ABC News Daily What Charlie Kirk’s killing says about America
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Sep 11, 2025 Geoff Kabaservice, vice president for political studies at the Niskanen Center, delves into the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk, a prominent right-wing activist, during a university event. He discusses the chilling implications of political violence and its impact on democracy, particularly for public figures in America. The conversation touches on Kirk’s influence among young conservatives, the wider societal consequences of his death, and the troubling normalization of political assassinations in the current climate.
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Campus Shooting Caught On Video
- Charlie Kirk was speaking under a gazebo at Utah Valley University when he was struck by a bullet and knocked off his seat.
- Video of the shooting circulated widely and the event was immediately described as an assassination and condemned nationwide.
From Campus Debater To Political Entrepreneur
- Charlie Kirk built Turning Point USA into a major youth conservative movement and became a leading online influencer.
- His campus debates and social media reach made him an influential political entrepreneur among young voters.
National Condemnation And Personal Loss
- The shooting prompted bipartisan condemnation and statements from former presidents and other leaders.
- Kabaservice emphasised Kirk's personal roles as a son, husband, and father who left behind two young children.