Fact check: Did Charlie Kirk say gays should be stoned?

1. Summary of the results

The claim that Charlie Kirk said gays should be stoned is not supported by the majority of the analyses provided ^{[1] [2] [3] [4]}. However, some sources suggest that Charlie Kirk did reference the Bible verse that states "thou shall lay with another man shall be stoned to death" in a conversation about the Bible and gay people ^[5]. Another source indicates that Stephen King falsely accused Charlie Kirk of advocating for stoning gays to death, and later apologized for taking a comment out of context ^[6]. Additionally, a source mentions Kirk suggesting that the Bible verse Leviticus 20:13, which endorses the execution of homosexuals, serves as 'God's perfect law when it comes to sexual matters' ^[7]. It is important to note that none of the sources directly quote Charlie Kirk saying that gays should be stoned, but rather provide context about his views on LGBTQ+ rights and his references to biblical verses ^{[1] [5] [7]}.

2. Missing context/alternative viewpoints

A key piece of missing context is the distinction between Charlie Kirk's personal beliefs and his public statements. While some sources describe him as having polarizing views on gay and transgender rights ^[1], others highlight his opposition to same-sex marriage and gender care for transgender people ^[1]. Additionally, the context of the Bible verse references is crucial, as it is not clear whether Charlie Kirk was endorsing the verse or simply referencing it ^{[5] [7]}. Alternative viewpoints include the perspective of the LGBTQ+ community, who may view Charlie Kirk's words and actions as harmful and discriminatory ^[2]. It is also important to consider the potential impact of Charlie Kirk's words on his young fans and the broader political landscape ^[1].

3. Potential misinformation/bias in the original statement

The original statement may be misleading or biased because it does not provide context about Charlie Kirk's views or the specific circumstances in which he may have referenced the Bible verse ^[5]. The statement may also be sensationalized, as it implies that Charlie Kirk directly advocated for stoning gays, which is not supported by the majority of the analyses ^{[1] [2] [3]}. The beneficiaries of this framing may include those who seek to discredit Charlie Kirk or promote a particular agenda, while the losers may include those who are misled by the statement or who are harmed by the perpetuation of misinformation ^{[2] [6]}. It is essential to approach this topic with a critical and nuanced perspective, considering multiple sources and viewpoints to form a comprehensive understanding ^{[1] [5] [7]}.