We Aren't "One People" Are We?

In partnership with

Your career will thank you.

Over 4 million professionals start their day with Morning Brew—because business news doesn’t have to be boring.

Each daily email breaks down the biggest stories in business, tech, and finance with clarity, wit, and relevance—so you're not just informed, you're actually interested.

Whether you’re leading meetings or just trying to keep up, Morning Brew helps you talk the talk without digging through social media or jargon-packed articles. And odds are, it’s already sitting in your coworker’s inbox—so you’ll have plenty to chat about.

It’s 100% free and takes less than 15 seconds to sign up, so try it today and see how Morning Brew is transforming business media for the better.

Check it out

We're still waiting. We're still waiting for the left to have an ounce of introspection and to look themselves in the mirror. Maybe an apology for the environment of radicalization they've created. The tragic murder of Charlie in Utah has exposed a festering wound in American society, one that has been ignored for far too long. As a nation, we stand at a crossroads, and the path forward cannot be paved with platitudes about unity or calls to "turn down the temperature" until the left takes responsibility for the toxic climate they have nurtured. Nick Freitas, a principled voice in this struggle, and a member of the Virginia House of Delegates has boldly articulated what many feel: the time for pretending we are "one people" is over. The death of Kirk, a man who sought to win debates with reason and discourse, marks a turning point, and the left’s refusal to acknowledge their role in this escalation is deafening.

If you haven’t read Freitas’ post in the wake of Charlie’s murder, we urge you too. This perfectly articulates what so many of us feel.

The murder of Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist known for his articulate defense of traditional values, was not an isolated act of violence. It was the culmination of years of unchecked rhetoric that has demonized those who dare to challenge progressive orthodoxy. Freitas rightly points out that the left has long labeled dissenters as racists, bigots, and threats to democracy, even for the most innocuous disagreements. This hyperbolic language has not been mere political theater; it has fueled a dangerous mindset where violence becomes a perceived solution. The suspect, a 22-year-old Utah man arrested and charged with aggravated murder, reportedly harbored deep disdain for Kirk’s viewpoints, a sentiment that mirrors the vitriol propagated by leftist circles. He even had leftist talking points engraved on his bullets. Yet, in the days since the tragedy, there has been no meaningful reckoning from those who have stoked this fire. Instead, we are met with silence or, worse, deflection.

This lack of accountability is not surprising but is nonetheless infuriating, and it’s definitely worrying. The left has built an ideological framework that celebrates the silencing of opposition, whether through cancel culture, deplatforming, or now, tragically, assassination. Kirk’s effectiveness as a communicator—his ability to inspire and unite conservatives—made him a target, not because he incited violence, but because he won arguments. His death at the hands of a radicalized individual underscores a harsh reality: when discourse is no longer tolerated, violence fills the void. Freitas’ assertion that this is a war between diametrically opposed worldviews is not hyperbole; it is a sober recognition of the stakes. One side seeks to preserve a society rooted in faith, family, and freedom, while the other pushes a godless ideology that embraces abortion, gender experimentation, and urban decay. The left’s refusal to confront this divide head-on only deepens the chasm.

The call for unity in the wake of Kirk’s murder feels hollow when the left continues to evade responsibility. Social media platforms have been ablaze with celebrations of his death from some progressive corners, a stark contrast to the mourning expressed by conservatives. This disparity reveals a fundamental truth: the left does not see conservatives as fellow Americans but as enemies to be eradicated. Freitas’ refusal to "stand in solidarity" with those who celebrate such acts is a stance grounded in moral clarity. We cannot lower the temperature or seek reconciliation until the left acknowledges the role their rhetoric has played in creating an environment where a young man felt justified in taking a life. Without this introspection, any talk of unity is a farce.

Historically, political assassinations have served as catalysts for societal upheaval, and Kirk’s death may prove to be no different. The left’s failure to self-reflect risks awakening a sleeping giant, as Freitas warns, echoing the sentiments of those who feel betrayed by a system that punishes dissent while excusing radicalism. My Christian faith, like Freitas’, compels me to love my enemies and pray for those who curse me, but it does not demand passivity in the face of evil. Watching the video of Kirk’s murder—a good man gunned down for his beliefs—serves as a rallying cry to destroy the ideology responsible. This is not a call for vengeance but for justice, a commitment to fight against the savagery that has taken root.

The data emerging from Utah paints a grim picture. Law enforcement reports indicate the suspect’s actions were premeditated, driven by a hatred cultivated over time. This is not the work of a lone wolf but the product of a culture that has normalized vilifying conservatives. Yet, progressive leaders and influencers remain silent, offering no condemnation of the radicalization within their ranks. Instead, they pivot to gun control debates, sidestepping the ideological rot that led to this moment. This evasion is a betrayal of the very principles of dialogue they claim to uphold.

As we move forward, the question remains: will the left take responsibility, or will they double down on the path that led us here? Freitas’ resolve to continue the fight is a beacon for those who refuse to surrender to this darkness. We owe it to Kirk’s memory—his widow and orphaned children—to demand accountability. Only then can we begin to heal, but healing cannot start with a lie. The left must look in the mirror, apologize for the environment they’ve fostered, and commit to dismantling the radicalization they’ve enabled. Until that day, the reckoning Freitas foresees will loom large, and rightfully so. The fight for our nation’s soul is just beginning, and we will not back down until justice is served.