Utah's Response to Political Violence

Episode 3 September 19, 2025 00:26:04
Utah's Response to Political Violence
The Hinckley Report
Utah's Response to Political Violence

Sep 19 2025 | 00:26:04

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Show Notes

In this powerful episode of Utah’s favorite political podcast, host Jason Perry leads a timely and emotional discussion on the rise of political violence in America, following the assassination of Charlie Kirk on a Utah college campus.

TOPICS COVERED:

• How political rhetoric fuels violence
• The impact on youth and civic engagement
• The role of social media and echo chambers
• ️ Bipartisan calls for nonviolent political exchange
• ️ Governor Spencer Cox’s “Disagree Better” initiative
• ️ The importance of protecting free speech—even when it's uncomfortable
• Exclusive Utah polling data reveals public concern and who citizens believe is responsible for escalating tensions

EXPERT INSIGHTS FROM:

• Amelia Powers Gardner – (R) Utah County Commissioner
• Brian King – Chair, Utah Democratic Party
• Chris Bleak – Partner, RRJ Consulting

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