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Friday Calls & Comments

Robin from Otisfield shared her transformation from a lifelong Democrat to a more open-minded individual after listening to different perspectives. Morty from New Gloucester expressed frustration over Charlie Kirk’s comments on homosexuality and civil rights, while Dan from Old Orchard Beach discussed Kirk’s views on DEI policies. Matt Gagnon defended Kirk, arguing that his comments were often taken out of context and misrepresented. Gagnon emphasized the importance of understanding the full context of statements and criticized the left for creating non-reality to justify their negative perceptions of Kirk. He warned against the dangers of tribalism and the misuse of information in politics.

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