Charlie Kirk: A conservative's view on the fallout from a momentous crime

Update: 2025-09-17

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Hugh talks to Michael Brendan Dougherty, senior writer at National Review, about the murder of right wing activist and Christian nationalist Charlie Kirk and the vociferous reaction that has exposed and deepened America's political divides.

Michael talks about Kirk's significant influence on young conservatives, the media's portrayal of Kirk before and after his killing and the impact on U.S. political discourse.

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Charlie Kirk: A conservative's view on the fallout from a momentous crime

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Charlie Kirk: A conservative's view on the fallout from a momentous crime

Charlie Kirk: A conservative's view on the fallout from a momentous crime