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Michael Moore Reacts to Being Named in Mangione's Manifesto and Gives Theory


Published on 2024-12-11 15:20:51 - MSN
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  • The famed documentarian Michael Moore said the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was a "senseless" killing
  • making his feelings on the attack known well before it was revealed that the suspected killer had referenced him in his manifesto.

Michael Moore, the filmmaker, responded to being named in a manifesto by Robert Card, the suspect in the Lewiston, Maine mass shooting, by suggesting that his inclusion might be due to his outspoken criticism of the NRA and his advocacy for gun control. In an interview with CNN, Moore theorized that Card, who had mental health issues, might have fixated on him because of Moore's high-profile stance against gun violence. Moore emphasized that while he was mentioned, the real issue is the broader problem of gun accessibility in the U.S., which he believes contributes to such tragedies. He also expressed sympathy for the victims and their families, highlighting the need for a national conversation on gun control.

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