Washington, D.C. — After reports that conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot during an appearance in Utah, Neera Tanden, president and CEO of the Center for American Progress, issued the following statement:
This horrendous act of violence is despicable and represents a blatant attack on our democratic values. Disagreement, even strong disagreement, is a vital part of a thriving democracy. Violence is not. It is incumbent on all of us to vehemently reject the rising tide of political violence at every level. The assailant must be swiftly prosecuted.
For more information or to speak with an expert, please contact Sam Hananel at [email protected].