Two Men Gone but Not Forgotten
Martin Luther King was a man with a dream. This dream was for a world where racial harmony, specifically being judged not by skin color but by character, would become a reality. Most importantly, he advocated using peaceful means to achieve this. King’s example can be compared to that of another man who faced the same opposition and untimely death, Charlie Kirk.
Charlie Kirk was both a husband and father of young children. He spoke at college campuses and other venues to promote the message that all people, regardless of race, were created by God and should be treated equally. Like King, he spoke out against restrictions on the freedom of the individual, and despite many contesting his views, did not turn to violence or retaliation to further his beliefs. Kirk also inspired the younger generation to continue paving the way for a better, brighter America, encouraging them to become more politically involved and to stand up for what was right, even when met with hostility.
Although the lives of both King and Kirk were tragically cut short, their legacy lives on.
When I reflect on the work that they did, their perseverance in times of political and racial turbulence seems nothing short of remarkable. But perhaps the truly profound thing is this: both men showed us that God can use even the most unlikely warriors to fight the most brilliant battles. – Joseph Page, Montpelier
Alex Pretti shooting….
No judge. No jury. No trial.
Put him on the ground.
Shoot him.
He’s dead. – Ross Connelly, Hardwick