A new poll finds most Americans prioritize protecting free speech over restricting divisive language, even amid heightened debate following the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
The Napolitan News Service survey, conducted Sept. 12–13 by RMG Research, asked 1,000 registered voters whether it is more important to protect free speech or limit “overheated language.” Sixty-five percent favored protecting free speech, while 24 percent said preventing divisive language was more important; 12 percent were unsure.
The poll also asked if the U.S. is “better off” following Kirk’s death. Two-thirds (67 percent) said no, 15 percent said yes, and 18 percent were unsure. Kirk, co-founder of Turning Point USA, was shot and killed Sept. 10 at Utah Valley University.
Authorities are pursuing the death penalty against Tyler Robinson, the 22-year-old charged in the case. According to the survey, 55 percent of voters agree with the penalty if Robinson is convicted, while 37 percent oppose it and 22 percent remain undecided.
The poll has a margin of error of plus or minus 3.1 percentage points.
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