On Point | Podcast What Charlie Kirk's assassination reveals about political violence in America
Sep 15, 2025
Emily Anderson Stern, a reporter for the Salt Lake Tribune, covered the chaos surrounding Charlie Kirk's assassination. Kyle Spencer, journalist and author, discusses the ultra-conservative youth movement and the dangers of political extremism. Andrew Egger, White House correspondent, examines the implications of this violent act on civil discourse in America. They delve into the local community's reactions, the alarming rise of political violence, and the historical parallels that evoke both concern and urgency for meaningful dialogue.
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Reporter Eyewitness Account
- Emily Anderson Stern was at Utah Valley University and reported from the crowd during the shooting of Charlie Kirk.
- She described chaos, people dropping to the ground, and eyewitnesses seeing blood as they realized the shooting was real.
Student Reaction To The Shooting
- Nick Adams described his shock upon seeing the viral video of Kirk being shot and how it affected him emotionally.
- He said the footage and images of Kirk with his child intensified the personal impact.
Provocative Campus Tabling Example
- Kyle Spencer recalled a campus tabling where Turning Point USA displayed military-grade weapon imagery to promote pro-gun messaging.
- A student called the display intimidating while tablers defended it as free expression.
