Kirk was a cretinous, self-promoting dweeb who had every right to be that way. He did not deserve to be killed. It is horrible.
Our leaders ought to unite - and LEAD. They ought to be clear that political violence is never OK. Ever.
But, from the White House, we get demonization and the clear message that it is perfectly fine when violence is committed by one side. But not the other.
The governor of Utah is better on this. And Obama. But that should go without saying.