I can’t stand the word empathy actually. I think empathy is a made-up, New Age term that – it does a lot of damage, but it is very effective when it comes to politics. I prefer sympathy more than empathy.

Explanation Of The Quote

Charlie Kirk expands on his criticism of empathy by contrasting it with sympathy. He argues that sympathy allows compassion without sacrificing clarity or truth. This quote reflects his belief that emotional restraint is necessary for sound judgment, especially in politics. Kirk encourages separating compassion from emotional over-identification to maintain objectivity.