Fact check: Did Charlie Kirk say that gay people should be stoned to death?

1. Summary of the results

The claim that Charlie Kirk said gay people should be stoned to death is not supported by the provided analyses ^{[1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6]}. None of the sources mention Charlie Kirk explicitly stating that gay people should be stoned to death ^{[1] [2]}. However, some sources do mention his opposition to same-sex marriage and anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric ^[1], as well as his citation of the Bible verse Leviticus 20:13, which endorses the execution of homosexuals ^[1]. It is also noted that Stephen King falsely claimed Charlie Kirk advocated for stoning gays to death, but later apologized for the mistake ^{[4] [6]}.

2. Missing context/alternative viewpoints

• The context of Charlie Kirk's statements on LGBTQ+ issues is crucial in understanding his views, but it is not fully explored in the provided analyses ^[1].
• Alternative viewpoints on Charlie Kirk's legacy and impact on the LGBTQ+ community are presented, with some sources criticizing his anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric and its potential to fuel harassment and violence ^[2].
• The importance of fact-checking is highlighted, particularly in the context of social media, where false claims can be easily spread ^[5].
• Different sources have different agendas and biases, which may influence their presentation of Charlie Kirk's views and legacy ^{[1] [4]}.

3. Potential misinformation/bias in the original statement

The original statement may be misinformed or misleading, as it claims Charlie Kirk said gay people should be stoned to death, which is not supported by the provided analyses ^{[1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6]}. This inaccuracy may be intentional or unintentional, but it has the potential to fuel misinformation and bias against Charlie Kirk or the LGBTQ+ community ^{[4] [6]}. Stephen King's false claim and subsequent apology highlight the importance of verifying information before sharing it, especially on social media ^{[4] [6]}. The beneficiaries of this framing may include those who seek to discredit Charlie Kirk or promote a particular agenda, while the LGBTQ+ community may be harmed by the spread of misinformation and hate speech ^{[2] [1] [2] [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6]}.