Summary
After the death of Charlie Kirk, some conservatives have pushed for those who celebrated his killing on social media to be fired. This has led to debates about "cancel culture" and free speech, with some accusing conservatives of hypocrisy. Several people have already lost their jobs over their posts.
Key Facts
- Charlie Kirk was shot and killed while giving a speech in Utah on September 10.
- The suspect, Tyler Robinson, is in custody.
- Kirk supported former President Trump and worked to mobilize young Republican voters.
- Conservatives have called for companies to fire individuals who celebrated Kirk's death online.
- At least 15 people have been fired or suspended for their posts.
- A website named the Charlie Kirk Data Foundation collects names of people who celebrated the shooting.
- Public figures have criticized conservatives for allegedly adopting "cancel culture."
- Some conservatives argue that firing those individuals is a necessary consequence rather than "cancel culture."
