Mullin spurns martyrdom concerns from livestreamed execution
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin rejected the idea that livestreaming the execution of the Fort Hood mass shooter Nidal Malik Hasan could make him a martyr for his cause, saying those against the idea do not have to watch.
TL;DR
- Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin dismisses concerns about livestreaming Nidal Malik Hasan's execution.
- Mullin believes livestreaming the execution will not create a martyr for Hasan's cause.
- He suggests that those who object to the livestream do not have to watch.
- Mullin sees no elevated risk of radicalization in the U.S. due to the execution livestream.
- The moderator noted Hasan's wheelchair could evoke sympathy and victimhood among viewers.