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Charlie Kirk: A frank discussion from those he harmed [1]
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Date: 2025-09-13
The Journeyman’s Marlon Weems and Egberto Off The Record’s Egberto Willies’ publishers discuss Charlie Kirk’s assassination and more.
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Egberto Willies and Marlon Weems engage in a candid discussion about Charlie Kirk’s assassination, focusing on the harm Kirk caused through his divisive rhetoric and actions. While they firmly reject violence, they emphasize the need to resist the mainstream media’s attempt to rewrite Kirk’s legacy into that of a civil advocate. The conversation underscores the danger of false equivalencies in political violence narratives and highlights how independent media plays a crucial role in pushing back against misinformation and defending marginalized communities.
Key Points:
Egberto Willies and Marlon Weems reject violence but condemn attempts to glorify Charlie Kirk after his assassination.
They criticize mainstream media for “both-sides” narratives that falsely equate right-wing extremism with left-wing activism.
Kirk’s rhetoric marginalized women, people of color, and LGBTQ+ individuals, fostering hatred across generations.
Independent media is vital for correcting false narratives and amplifying progressive voices.
The discussion links systemic racism, DEI debates, and political violence to Kirk’s harmful influence.
This conversation serves as a potent reminder that combating hate requires honesty and courage. By challenging the mainstream narrative, Willies and Weems highlight the importance of independent media in uplifting truth and defending those most vulnerable to political violence. Their dialogue underscores that progressives must continue fighting for policies that protect everyone while rejecting the deification of figures like Charlie Kirk, whose legacy is built on division and harm.
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