When was the last time being on the right side of history meant celebrating the assassination of a conservative activist? When did it mean publicly cheering murder and encouraging division?

In the wake of Charlie Kirk’s tragic shooting at Utah Valley University on September 10, 2025, where the Turning Point USA founder was fatally wounded while speaking to students, reactions have poured in from all sides. Some mourned the loss of a vocal advocate for conservative values, while others disturbingly expressed glee or justification for the act. Kirk, known for his campus debates and promotion of free speech, became a target in an era of heightened political tension. How does celebrating such violence align with moral superiority?

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