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pat_k

(12,327 posts)
27. Yes. Of course EVERYONE should be proceeding with caution about the shooters motives
Mon Sep 15, 2025, 10:28 PM
Sep 15

As stated in this excellent article "Charlie Kirk's Killing and Our Poisonous Internet"
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/09/14/opinion/charlie-kirk-shooting-internet.html?unlocked_article_code=1.mE8.d5PF.iLN9T5JrVT-f&smid=url-share

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The only thing that can be said conclusively about Mr. Robinson, at this moment, is that he was a chronically online, white American male.
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And this from Elle Reeve:



I'm keeping an eye on what more Elle Reeve has to say as more solid info emerges.

We are dealing with a very young guy immersed in a culture that is far from straightforward.

Vanity Fair: Groypers, Helldivers 2, Furries: What do the Messages Left by Charlie Kirk’s Alleged Killer Actually Mean?
https://www.vanityfair.com/news/story/charlie-kirk-tyler-robinson-memes-meaning

No paywall:
https://archive.ph/L8tPp

AI Summary of Reeve

Elle Reeve's expertise lies in investigative journalism, particularly focusing on social issues, politics, and the connection between social media and white nationalism, as evidenced by her work on the documentary Right Now, her reporting on the 2017 Charlottesville rally and the January 6th Capitol attack, and her role as a correspondent for CNN. Her background includes working at prestigious publications like The New Republic and The Wire before joining Vice News and subsequently CNN, and she is also the author of the book Black Pill.

Key areas of expertise:

Right-wing extremism and white nationalism
Reeve is known for her in-depth coverage of these movements, including her work at the 2017 Charlottesville "Unite the Right" rally and the January 6th Capitol attack.

Social media's impact on extremism
Her expertise includes understanding how online platforms contribute to the rise of radical movements.

Documentary filmmaking
She produced the documentary Right Now, which explores the rise of the American alt-right.

Investigative reporting
Her career includes roles as a senior editor at The New Republic and politics editor at The Wire, highlighting her investigative journalism skills.

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"Get us addicted to outrage" johnnyfins Sep 14 #1
You forgot radio. cstanleytech Sep 15 #15
Cox should stop talking. He may be taken over johnnyfins Sep 14 #2
First ever shooting at a school.. thomski64 Sep 15 #21
"Cox said that although Kirk said "some very inflammatory things" BlueWaveNeverEnd Sep 14 #3
Says the hypocritical fucker who vocally wished the shooter was an immigrant. RockRaven Sep 14 #4
Here's The "Prayer" If Anyone Missed It: DrFunkenstein Sep 14 #6
Extend the guy a little grace. pat_k Sep 15 #20
Sorry Mr Cox, no company has figured out how to hack my brain. And get this, no religion has hacked it either! RedWhiteBlueIsRacist Sep 14 #5
He doesn't sound all that moderate to me. ananda Sep 14 #7
A couple points pat_k Sep 15 #22
He also, when he was about to give up the mic after doing his bit vanlassie Sep 14 #8
Anyone disagree that X, Meta, TicToc, etc. are conflict entrepeneurs? Ponietz Sep 14 #9
Yes. He is spot on on this. pat_k Sep 15 #24
"every corner" Just Jerome Sep 14 #10
Do you forgive Robinson? Do you recommend Mrs. Kirk forgive the killer? Norrrm Sep 14 #11
In defense of Spencer Cox, pat_k Sep 15 #12
Cox WAS the chair of the National Governor's Association. His tenure ended in July 2024 LeftInTX Sep 15 #13
As someone else posted to another thread, pat_k Sep 15 #19
"Conflict entrepreneur" seems to describe Kirk's career and business plan. JustABozoOnThisBus Sep 15 #14
It does indeed. pat_k Sep 15 #23
And, there it is. OldBaldy1701E Sep 15 #16
In Fairness, He Did Call J6 People "Evil" and "Terrorists" DrFunkenstein Sep 15 #17
Further points: pat_k Sep 15 #26
So, I am not familiar with his voting record. OldBaldy1701E Sep 16 #28
Have you looked at the keynote with Wes Moore? pat_k Sep 16 #30
And, again, I do not know this answer. OldBaldy1701E Sep 17 #31
I don't have a tally, but Trump aligned Republicans are often... pat_k Sep 17 #32
Oh, remembered who the interview was with. pat_k Sep 17 #33
P.P.S. pat_k Sep 17 #34
Cool. As I said, I did not know. (n/t) OldBaldy1701E Sep 17 #35
I criticize governors who are pushing false information about a suspect. travelingthrulife Sep 15 #18
Yes. Of course EVERYONE should be proceeding with caution about the shooters motives pat_k Sep 15 #27
Does this idiot have plans to run for president in 2028? valleyrogue Sep 15 #25
YOU just lied to the American public about the shooter being a liberal. travelingthrulife Sep 16 #29
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