Very good essay, spot on about the maniacal screaming class, but yes, some of them will manage to buy guns and act on their “convictions”. Mental illness is rampant, humans have degenerated so quickly from rational actors with a modicum of self control to compulsive commenters with no real knowledge of the issues they fervently address.
You asked for opposing comments and I see you’ve already gotten a few. As a person of Syrian descent I wish people would ask themselves why the rest of the Middle East isn’t as concerned about Gaza as they are. There are good reasons. The Palestinians are a fine stick with which to beat the Jews but no one wants them in their country, ask Lebanon and Jordan how it worked out for them.
Indeed. Most don't know what they did in Jordan or the Lebanon.
The conflict in Gaza is relevant because they have been told it is. Other conflicts are ignored, like the Christians being killed in Nigeria and elsewhere by Muslims.
I do agree mental illness is rampant. But I think most of it is self-inflicted. People need to put down their toys and go outside. Get out their heads and into their bodies.
I find it appalling that anyone would celebrate the killing of another human soul, even if designated "one's enemy". It represents a total failure of the human spirit.
I'm mildly bemused by people being surprised by the modern left rallying around denigrating Kirk and celebrating his murder.
In part because I know too much history, and the history of ideas too.
In part because I know the left from the inside.
But mainly because of this:
Has virtually no-one understood that the left too mean what they say?
When Christian fundamentalists call for total bans on abortion or that their religion is to be taught as factual truth, they mean every word.
When moslems call out "death to all who besmirch the prophet!" they mean it literally.
When homos demand the age of consent be removed, they mean it.
And when the modern left say "The state must regulate how much soda you drink every day" they mean it.
Most surprising to me though is, how few realise that all such demands are effectively ultimatums, and all such demands - no matter the source - are ultimately backed by the promise of violence and force being brought to bear, to make the idea reality.
Because might makes right, and there's no escaping that.
When someone says "Thou must do this" or "Thou shalt not" there's always a spoken or implied "or else" - even if it's Mom telling you to eat your Brussel sprouts.
I agree. But the lack of sophistication helps demarcate where they live on their hierarchy. Some are better at hiding their ultimatum thinking than others.
Trashing the dead, and especially threatening his widow and kids, is disturbing to see. They mean it too.
I believe so. One of the reasons they are not Ernst Blofelds; this is the shoddy material they have to work with. And I believe it is these unfortunate and unexpected episodes that provide insights if we pay attention.
Some of their comments were unhinged. These are people that need quite strict rules in society to keep them contained I think. I am pretty sure the shooter will turn out to be one of them.
Well yes. Always some exceptions. But the majority, the ones spouting unwise things in public, are the believers. They miss the strategic nature of today's grand causes and fads. Most are destined to be used only as cannon fodder.
⚡️ CCharlie Kirk's legacy, marked by a track record of divisive rhetoric and controversial viewpoints, will not undergo a transformation or redemption with his passing. His influence, characterized by a brand of commentary that often fosters division rather than unity, will not be overshadowed by any claims to have contributed positively to society.
Instead, he has frequently been conflated with individuals who have genuinely made significant strides toward improving the human condition. The comparisons drawn between Kirk and those who have selflessly dedicated their lives to the betterment of humanity only serve to highlight the stark contrast between his polarizing tactics and the altruism exhibited by true contributors to progress.
As we reflect on his impact, it is essential to recognize that the harmful ideologies he championed and the incendiary positions he took will not easily be forgotten or dismissed. His legacy will remain a reminder of the challenges posed by extremist ideologies in our dialogues and the necessity of striving for understanding, compassion, and constructive discourse. In the end, one can only hope that future generations learn from the cautionary tale of his tenure and choose a path that uplifts rather than divides. 🌍
Stop sending AI-generated claptrap. Write for yourself, Jamal. I only respond to comments written by humans. Do it again and you get blocked.
On a more personal level, write for yourself. You hide behind these platitudes rather than dare to express yourself. I am not impressed. I rarely am with grievance hustlers, which is what you appear to be.
I don't buy that. If you mean his assassination was to take attention away from the conflict in Gaza. Does that mean others might exploit this event to take attention away from Israel, sure. Why not? But not the death itself. That is too farfetched.
i am simply saying that the chatter In the media is more about generating chaos confusion and division and conflating many variables into a systematic dualism that is exasperating.
Yes the murder of a public figure in front of the eyes of the Republic, in public, is grievous and disturbing and distracting.
I am still learning how to gentle down my own words in this medium of communication…
AI deleted my last two attempts to respond…😊
PS: Calvin & Hobbes
was a favorite (& Spiff was a Heroic alter ego) in our home when my kids were young
I do agree the media have a function and they serve their masters, not us. They are almost unbelievable in the lies and partial lies they spread.
Their reaction to Kirk's death said a lot. They fear and hate anyone not progressive. The hard left really have captured many institutions.
Their real sin is omission. The things they avoid. But a lot of the fear of conservatives is created by a media keen to paint their detractors as extremists. I have no doubt Kirk's killer believed these things.
And Spiff was really something. Huge fan of Calvin and Hobbes.
Very good essay, spot on about the maniacal screaming class, but yes, some of them will manage to buy guns and act on their “convictions”. Mental illness is rampant, humans have degenerated so quickly from rational actors with a modicum of self control to compulsive commenters with no real knowledge of the issues they fervently address.
You asked for opposing comments and I see you’ve already gotten a few. As a person of Syrian descent I wish people would ask themselves why the rest of the Middle East isn’t as concerned about Gaza as they are. There are good reasons. The Palestinians are a fine stick with which to beat the Jews but no one wants them in their country, ask Lebanon and Jordan how it worked out for them.
Indeed. Most don't know what they did in Jordan or the Lebanon.
The conflict in Gaza is relevant because they have been told it is. Other conflicts are ignored, like the Christians being killed in Nigeria and elsewhere by Muslims.
I do agree mental illness is rampant. But I think most of it is self-inflicted. People need to put down their toys and go outside. Get out their heads and into their bodies.
I find it appalling that anyone would celebrate the killing of another human soul, even if designated "one's enemy". It represents a total failure of the human spirit.
They exposed themselves. Truly without humanity despite their litany of causes they claim to care about.
I'm mildly bemused by people being surprised by the modern left rallying around denigrating Kirk and celebrating his murder.
In part because I know too much history, and the history of ideas too.
In part because I know the left from the inside.
But mainly because of this:
Has virtually no-one understood that the left too mean what they say?
When Christian fundamentalists call for total bans on abortion or that their religion is to be taught as factual truth, they mean every word.
When moslems call out "death to all who besmirch the prophet!" they mean it literally.
When homos demand the age of consent be removed, they mean it.
And when the modern left say "The state must regulate how much soda you drink every day" they mean it.
Most surprising to me though is, how few realise that all such demands are effectively ultimatums, and all such demands - no matter the source - are ultimately backed by the promise of violence and force being brought to bear, to make the idea reality.
Because might makes right, and there's no escaping that.
When someone says "Thou must do this" or "Thou shalt not" there's always a spoken or implied "or else" - even if it's Mom telling you to eat your Brussel sprouts.
Politics is no different.
I agree. But the lack of sophistication helps demarcate where they live on their hierarchy. Some are better at hiding their ultimatum thinking than others.
Trashing the dead, and especially threatening his widow and kids, is disturbing to see. They mean it too.
Very insightful. Even the secret rulers are embarrassed by the desperate validation-seeking gaucherie of their stooge-armies.
I believe so. One of the reasons they are not Ernst Blofelds; this is the shoddy material they have to work with. And I believe it is these unfortunate and unexpected episodes that provide insights if we pay attention.
Some of their comments were unhinged. These are people that need quite strict rules in society to keep them contained I think. I am pretty sure the shooter will turn out to be one of them.
Excellent piece. But as for cannon fodder not making it far, Jay Jones, now running for high office in Virginia, would like a word.
My take is: Don’t underestimate the Democratic Party’s ability to look the other way when it comes to hate-fueled blood fantasies.
Well yes. Always some exceptions. But the majority, the ones spouting unwise things in public, are the believers. They miss the strategic nature of today's grand causes and fads. Most are destined to be used only as cannon fodder.
You do wonder what is going on in their minds.
⚡️ CCharlie Kirk's legacy, marked by a track record of divisive rhetoric and controversial viewpoints, will not undergo a transformation or redemption with his passing. His influence, characterized by a brand of commentary that often fosters division rather than unity, will not be overshadowed by any claims to have contributed positively to society.
Instead, he has frequently been conflated with individuals who have genuinely made significant strides toward improving the human condition. The comparisons drawn between Kirk and those who have selflessly dedicated their lives to the betterment of humanity only serve to highlight the stark contrast between his polarizing tactics and the altruism exhibited by true contributors to progress.
As we reflect on his impact, it is essential to recognize that the harmful ideologies he championed and the incendiary positions he took will not easily be forgotten or dismissed. His legacy will remain a reminder of the challenges posed by extremist ideologies in our dialogues and the necessity of striving for understanding, compassion, and constructive discourse. In the end, one can only hope that future generations learn from the cautionary tale of his tenure and choose a path that uplifts rather than divides. 🌍
Stop sending AI-generated claptrap. Write for yourself, Jamal. I only respond to comments written by humans. Do it again and you get blocked.
On a more personal level, write for yourself. You hide behind these platitudes rather than dare to express yourself. I am not impressed. I rarely am with grievance hustlers, which is what you appear to be.
Try harder, friend. Or jog along. Either is fine.
Puppets and strings
But what about Ga Za?
What about it?
Among many other things to attend to 😊
Charlie was/is a distraction from the genocide
I don't buy that. If you mean his assassination was to take attention away from the conflict in Gaza. Does that mean others might exploit this event to take attention away from Israel, sure. Why not? But not the death itself. That is too farfetched.
I agree with your point in the post…
i am simply saying that the chatter In the media is more about generating chaos confusion and division and conflating many variables into a systematic dualism that is exasperating.
Yes the murder of a public figure in front of the eyes of the Republic, in public, is grievous and disturbing and distracting.
I am still learning how to gentle down my own words in this medium of communication…
AI deleted my last two attempts to respond…😊
PS: Calvin & Hobbes
was a favorite (& Spiff was a Heroic alter ego) in our home when my kids were young
I do agree the media have a function and they serve their masters, not us. They are almost unbelievable in the lies and partial lies they spread.
Their reaction to Kirk's death said a lot. They fear and hate anyone not progressive. The hard left really have captured many institutions.
Their real sin is omission. The things they avoid. But a lot of the fear of conservatives is created by a media keen to paint their detractors as extremists. I have no doubt Kirk's killer believed these things.
And Spiff was really something. Huge fan of Calvin and Hobbes.