People dislike Charlie Kirk for several reasons tied to his controversial political views and public statements. Key reasons include:
- His criticism of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Martin Luther King Jr., which many view as racially insensitive or racist. He called the Act a "blunder" and King's legacy problematic, leading to accusations of racial divisiveness.
- Accusations of antisemitism due to his endorsement of conspiracy theories like replacement theory and remarks accusing Jewish donors of manipulating culture and politics. Despite strong support for Israel, these statements sparked significant backlash.
- His hardline conservative stances on issues like abortion, LGBTQ+ rights (including opposition to same-sex marriage and gender-affirming care), and gun rights, which alienated many progressives and some moderates.
- Provocative and sometimes inflammatory rhetoric, such as mocking victims of gun violence and contentious public debates that some found disrespectful or dismissive, particularly toward women and racial minorities.
- His promotion of conspiracy theories and false claims, including those about George Floyd, adding to perceptions of him as a divisive and polarizing figure.
Overall, his outspoken and confrontational style, combined with controversial views on race, religion, and culture, made him a figure many strongly disliked, while simultaneously earning him a loyal conservative following.
