In this Letter From Britain episode of Factual America, our host Matthew reflects on the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk and what it means for free speech, political extremism, and the state of democracy in America and beyond.We examine the rise of political extremism, the media’s role in shaping the narrative, and how leaders from Bernie Sanders to Robert Redford have spoken out about the urgent need for civil discourse.Timecodes: 00:00 – Intro00:20 – The assassination of Charlie Kirk01:30 – Political extremism & censorship07:00 – Media narratives & public trust14:00 – The passing of Robert Redford16:00 – Reflections on hope & democracy