Political Violence & Freedom of Expression - Political violence, especially the assassination of figures like Charlie Kirk, is an attack on the American experiment and its ideals [1] - This type of violence undermines freedom of expression, making people hesitant to share ideas [2] - The ability to safely and securely clash ideas, even those disagreed with, is crucial for solving problems [3] Societal Impact - The assassination is not just an attack on an individual, but on everyone [1] - It strikes at the core of American identity and potential [2]