This Morning With Gordon Deal This Morning with Gordon Deal September 11, 2025
Sep 11, 2025
A conservative activist's assassination on a college campus ignites political outrage. The potent reminder of 9/11's anniversary fosters reflections on resilience. Grassroots strategies that bolstered Trump’s re-election are explored, along with the rise of innovative churches as community hubs. A tragic school shooting in Colorado raises concerns over youth safety. Meanwhile, NATO's role in global tensions and shifting investment strategies highlight the changing landscape of American exceptionalism.
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Campus Shooting During Live Debate
- Charlie Kirk was shot and killed while speaking at a Turning Point USA event at Utah Valley University.
- He was engaging in a debate with a student about mass shootings involving transgender people when the attack occurred.
Kirk's Unique Political Skill Set
- Matt Makowiak and others stressed Kirk's unique mix of debating skill, organizing, and faith that made him influential.
- His combination of strategist, communicator, and fundraiser traits left a gap not easily filled in the conservative movement.
Political Violence Escalation Concern
- Interviewees highlighted political violence as a disturbing new element in American life.
- They emphasized a need for robust law enforcement and intelligence responses after an attack at an otherwise 'safe' university venue.