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Freedom of Speech Wasn’t Meant to Protect Those Who Support Assassinations
Charlie Kirk was murdered for promoting peaceful dialogue. Celebrating his death isn’t principled dissent—it’s a tacit endorsement of political assassination.
Flowers, American flags, and other items left by mourners of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah, on Sept. 16, 2025. Madalina Kilroy/The Epoch Times
The recent assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk sparked grief and protests around the world. When some with opposing views openly celebrated the killing, it raised serious questions about the limits of free speech in a democratic society.
