The Hound 9/11

Hi there,

It’s Thursday. Not only is it the anniversary of the September 11 terror attacks, it is also a flashpoint that demands we grapple with the deadly consequences of hateful, divisive rhetoric in America.

Charlie Kirk, a conservative political commentator, was assassinated yesterday at a university speaking event. This comes just three months after the chilling murder of Democratic Minnesota state lawmaker, Melissa Hortman, and her husband.

Kirk’s statements have repeatedly been subject to condemnation by this newsletter. But, let’s make one thing clear: We should be able to disagree — and even do so passionately — without killing each other.

🖊️ Add your name to tell corporate media: Treat political violence as the national emergency it is — before more lives are lost.

Read about this, and more, with today’s stories:

Prominent conservative activist Charlie Kirk killed at event in Utah (PBS)

Politicians who have experienced violence directly react to Charlie Kirk shooting (AP)

US lawmakers unite to condemn Charlie Kirk shooting: ‘Reject political violence’ (The Guardian)

The Far Right Is Already Blaming the Left For Charlie Kirk’s Shooting (The New Republic)

“THIS IS WAR”: Some Right-Wing Figures Call for Retribution Following Kirk Killing (Mother Jones)

For more reflections on this moment, we recommend The Assassination of Charlie Kirk (The Bulwark) — an opinion piece from Jonathan V. Last.

Until next time,

Harry from The Hound

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