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Atlantic article likens Charlie Kirk to George Floyd, sparking online fury
- The Atlantic article compared the public reactions to the deaths of George Floyd and Charlie Kirk, sparking backlash from conservatives.
- George Floyd's death led to widespread protests and riots across the U.S., causing significant property damage and numerous fatalities, reflecting deep societal divisions.
- Following Kirk's assassination, conservative reactions did not lead to riots, as noted by the lack of widespread violence in response to his death.
- Critics argue that equating Kirk and Floyd requires moral relativism that distorts reality, as stated by journalist Melissa Chen.
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Charlie Kirk And The Information Paradox
On 10 September 2025, right-wing political activist, Charlie Kirk, was killed by gun violence at Utah Valley University — the largest public collegiate institution in the United States. This act of gun violence sparked national debate on empathy and advocacy. Kirk was notorious for inflammatory statements, including at a Turning Point USA (TPUSA) Faith event. Kirk stated, “Having an armed citizenry comes with a price, and that is part of liberty…
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