When Charlie Kirk was assassinated while speaking in front of a crowd of college students on Sept. 10, something fundamental changed in our country.

The conservative activist’s horrific murder , allegedly for his views , galvanized partisan divisions that had been forming for a long time.

Hatred on both sides of the political aisle was on full display in the wake of his senseless killing — and has continued since. Stewart: We must continue Charlie Kirk’s commitment to civil discourse

Perhaps, given what’s happened in 2025, it’s not surprising that most Americans are fearful about the future of free speech — one of our most important and fundamental rights. A new poll from the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression offers some perspective on where we are as a country.

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