Stephen Colbert addressed the tragic death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk on his show "The Late Show" with a somber and reflective tone. He extended his condolences to Kirk's family and emphasized that political violence does not resolve political disputes but only leads to more violence. Colbert noted his experience living through the political turmoil of the 1960s and expressed hope that Kirk's killing was an isolated act by a disturbed individual, not a sign of a troubling trend. He called for an end to political violence and urged people to settle disagreements civilly, highlighting that violence is never the answer. Colbert also appreciated leaders who call for unity and pointed to the need for everyone with a platform to speak out against political violence clearly and loudly.
