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Notably, prominent figures like Van Jones, CNN, and MSNBC have been criticized for previously engaging in rhetoric perceived as inciting hatred or division, which many believe has contributed to a climate where violence transcends abstract discourse into tragic acts.
The incident has also spurred far-reaching reactions—sports teams, celebrities, and everyday Americans have expressed shock and grief. Memorials, social media tributes, and calls to uphold American values—faith, liberty, and debate—have emerged as acts of resistance against the violence and intolerance.