Manchin urges lawmakers to stop acting in ‘attack mode’ amid political violence

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 3 min read 100% complete by Marina DunbarDecember 14, 2025 at 06:43 PM

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Former Senator Joe Manchin urged lawmakers to de-escalate political rhetoric and abandon an "attack mode" approach, echoing similar sentiments from Erika Kirk, widow of the slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Manchin, who left the Democratic party in 2024, made his comments on WABC 770 AM, emphasizing the need for a "sensible majority" focused on policy rather than animosity. He called on both Democrats and Republicans to resist the influence of the extreme left and right. Manchin's remarks come after Charlie Kirk's September killing in Utah, allegedly motivated by the suspect's dislike of Kirk's "hatred." Erika Kirk has also called for a reduction in heated political discourse, emphasizing individual responsibility in toning down rhetoric.

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