Christian Nationalism and Hate Main Themes of Kirk’s Memorial

Charlie Kirk’s memorial service had two recurring themes: Christian Nationalism and hate.

President Donald Trump watches speakers during the Memorial Service for Charlie Kirk at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, Sunday, September 21, 2025.(Official White House Photo by Daniel Torok)

Last updated: February 27, 2026 9:41 PM

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Garrison Hayes, Mother Jones

ByGarrison Hayes, Mother Jones

Garrison Hayes produces innovative short documentaries to his 800,000+ follower community, especially on TikTok, where he explores the hidden or forgotten corners of Black history, faith...

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ByGarrison Hayes, Mother Jones

Garrison Hayes produces innovative short documentaries to his 800,000+ follower community, especially on TikTok, where he explores the hidden or forgotten corners of Black history, faith and politics, and his love of books. He was selected as a member of the Inaugural Class of Snap Inc.’s Black Creator Accelerator, and is currently Mother Jones’ Video Correspondent. He lives in Nashville.