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pnwmom

(110,077 posts)
Fri Sep 12, 2025, 12:23 AM Friday

Let's call Charlie Kirk what he was: a celebrity.

He wasn't a major public figure, deserving of special honors, much less America's highest civilian honor, the Presidential Medal of Freedom. He wasn't even a politician, seeking elected office.

He was a celebrity, making money through his talent for drawing crowds and attracting attention.

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Let's call Charlie Kirk what he was: a celebrity. (Original Post) pnwmom Friday OP
Agree, but some pretty seedy/unworthy folks have been awarded that medal. Silent Type Friday #1
Con man Attilatheblond Friday #2
Partial obituary... littlemissmartypants Friday #3

littlemissmartypants

(29,679 posts)
3. Partial obituary...
Fri Sep 12, 2025, 03:10 AM
Friday

A Psychopath, Grifter, Christian Nationalist, husband and dad died. He was preceeded in death by his black heart and conscience.

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