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From thoughts and prayers to celebrations: Charlie Kirk, the mourning after
American podcaster and far-right activist Charlie Kirk’s assassination rippled through the nation, eliciting reactions from each side of the political spectrum with questions brewing on freedom of speech and political violence. Author: Jadenne Radoc Cabahug Charlie Kirk, CEO and co-founder of conservative youth organization Turning Point USA was shot and killed during a debate style event at Utah Valley University on September 10. Videos were immediately posted to social media of the moment the podcaster was shot in the neck, with the chaos of students screaming and fleeing the scene following immediately after. The right-wing American activist and influencer led…
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US Elections #6: Episode II: The Apprentice Strikes Back »
In this series of articles about the US elections, we cover the American general elections which have taken place on November 5 by looking into both candidates, their campaigns, platforms, and policy proposals. The results are subsequently being analyzed, as well as their impacts. Finally, conferences, speeches and other important events are being covered. In this op-ed, the author critically analyzes Donald Trump’s inauguration, the symbolics and references behind the ceremony, as well as its near future repercussions. The last episode of this series leaves us contemplating about America’s future, with repercussions far beyond its borders. Author: Nikola Stanicic “My…
