Dear friends and citizens,
The political assassination of Charlie Kirk, founder and leader of Turning Point USA is a watershed moment in America. On the eve of the 250th Anniversary of our country we are faced with the realization that there are many here who don't truly subscribe to the Declaration's or Constitution's restraints on government or inalienable freedoms of worship, speech, and assembly.
The heinous and cowardly murder has jolted the body politic like an electric shock. Charlie Kirk was a powerful and persuasive exponent of tradition, the family, God, and country. He rejected efforts to define decency down as passe or uncool. His impact as a young conservative Johnny Appleseed proclaiming the truth and the word has caught fire among young men and women yearning for meaning and direction in their lives. Perhaps this is the dying gasp of the ‘do your own thing’ legacy of baby boomers?
The ebbing influence of the legacy media will accelerate with their biased coverage of Charlie's mission and death. Their tortured misconstruals of out of context clips that portrayed him in a negative way were used to slyly insinuate and demonize him. And nothing was further from the truth. As a Christian he always led with love and worked towards understanding, listening to those who condemned him. And just as Senator Kaine tried to sell us on the fallacy that God is not the prime installer of human rights, those that attack Charlie want the rest of the country to believe that faith in God has no place in the public square. According to them it needs to be torn out, taught out, and shamed out of postmodern society.
These efforts against tradition, decency, faith and family were pushed through academia, news and entertainment media, and through government funded NGO's, non-profits, foundations and associations. While the left tries to use a phony head count of shooting deaths as the sole score card to blame the right for being the source of political violence, we know better. Because the effects of the left's campaign are far broader and deeper than a body count. If you ever thought twice about putting up a yard sign because you were worried about your emotional neighbor, or decided to use a magnet bumper sticker so you could remove it when you went downtown, or if you bit your tongue or swallowed your words when confronted by a hateful diatribe, you have felt a small part of what was visited upon Charlie in Utah.
The best way to honor Charlie Kirk is to pick up his mantle and carry on for freedom, faith and flag. Emulate his actions and his positive, upbeat and thoughtful style of engagement. He showed all of us, no matter how young, we can make a huge difference when we act on our faith.
Hear directly from someone inspired by working and learning from Charlie at Turning Point: Julio Rosas! His most recent work showcasing the valiant efforts of ICE officers in the face of organized resistance will be the subject of his Virginia Forum event on September 30th. And maybe he'll share a few words about his work with Charlie. General admission tickets and VIP meet and greet tickets are available here.
And if you'd like to get a discount for both our Forum shows: Julio Rosas and then Kyle Mann of The Babylon Bee on November 11th, purchase a bundle deal for both shows here.
Sincerely,
Will McGurn
Interim President, The Virginia Council
We are proud to announce:
Julio Rosas, former Turning Point journalist
is our next speaker for The Virginia Forum!
September 30th
at The Cultural Arts Center in Glen Allen
“At the Scene: The ICE Raids & The Street Resistance"
Julio Rosas is a nationally known field reporter who has covered the 2020 BLM and Antifa riots, the Biden-Harris border crisis, the crime wave in the United States' biggest cities, and is currently covering the anti-ICE riots and protests sweeping the country.
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Thank You, Charlie - by Julio Rosas - MostlyPeaceful.media
"It was then going to CPAC in Washington, D.C. in 2015 with TPUSA where I knew I wanted to be in politics and later writing for TPUSA’s news blog is where I developed my passion for journalism.
I left TPUSA to pursue journalism in D.C. in 2017.
It is without exaggeration that if not for Charlie,
I would not have my career today."
(5) Julio Rosas on X: "The last time I was on Charlie's show, which was a week before he was killed, he asked me if I was worried about the rise of transgender terrorism: Yes, absolutely...Because we are headed in the right direction on these issues, the Left feels like their backs are against the https://t.co/kDrOYVc3Og" / X
(6) Media posts by Julio Rosas (@Julio_Rosas11) / X
Anti-ICE protesters are still blocking the road outside of the ICE building in Broadview, IL and accosting federal agents walking to the facility.
By Julio Rosas
(6) Katie Daviscourt 📸 on X: "NEW: The US Department of Justice has added on additional criminal charges against a trans Antifa militant accused of launching a knife attack on federal agents outside the ICE facility in Portland. Julie M. Winters, born as Christopher Hudson, has been charged in a separate" / X
Virginia Election Updates:
On the record: Winsome Earle-Sears • Virginia Mercury By Nathaniel Cline, Shannon Heckt, Markus Schmidt, Charlotte Rene Woods
Virginia governor candidates duel over transgender participation in youth sports | CNN Politics By David Wright & Eva McKend
On the record: Abigail Spanberger • Virginia Mercury By Nathaniel Cline, Shannon Heckt, Markus Schmidt, Charlotte Rene Woods
Latest Commonwealth Poll shows margins tightening in Virginia's statewide races By WTVR CBS 6 staff
Democrats retake Connolly’s seat in Virginia's 11th Congressional District special election • Virginia Mercury By Ben Paviour
Earle-Sears, Reid Stump Outside Loudoun School Board Meeting | Education | loudounnow.com By Patrick Lewis
In rural Virginia, Democrats have almost disappeared in local elections - Cardinal News By Dwayne Yancey
(6) Charlie Kirk on X: "Rep. Abigail Spanberger calls Tulsi Gabbard a "conspiracy theorist" as she goes on Jen Psaki's show to push her own conspiracy theory: The completely baseless, evidence-free insinuation that Tulsi is a "Russian asset." She says Tulsi is "dangerous," when Rep. Spanberger is the https://t.co/Y14mrP1Sec" / X
Spanberger supports reforming appointment process to reconcile differences at Va.’s colleges • Virginia Mercury By Nathaniel Cline
Va. John Reid leans on retail politics in Lt. Gov. contest By Anna Bryson
DLCC invests another $1.5 million into Virginia state elections • Virginia Mercury By Charlotte Rene Woods
(6) Walter Curt on X: "🚨BREAKING: A Virginia Judge has ruled that Abigail Spanberger’s deposition WILL NOT be sealed in Speciale’s the defamation case. The DPV Lawyer refused to comment on the case, stating only: “We’re going to work on this case in the court room.” So to be clear, Abigail… https://t.co/CEgAg02L5V" / X
Democrat running for Virginia attorney general says change is needed this fall By Henry Graff
Miyares' office investigating pharmacy benefit managers, manufacturers over insulin prices • Virginia Mercury By Charlotte Rene Woods
Hashmi, Reid spar on education issues as LG’s race heats up | WRIC ABC 8News By Tyler Englander
The lieutenant governor has few duties. Here's what else Hashmi and Reid say they'd do if they win. - Cardinal News By Dwayne Yancey
(6) Noah Jennings on X: "UPDATE: @SenatorHashmi just quietly removed her endorsement by a radical school board member who thinks we should celebrate Charlie Kirk’s death. That is not enough. PUBLICLY condemn her behavior and that of the school administrator who has done the same — IN YOUR OWN DISTRICT. https://t.co/JTmwnNAe9X" / X
New poll could shift focus of Virginia Governor's race, political analyst says By Cameron Thompson
In rural Virginia, Democrats have almost disappeared in local elections - Cardinal News By Dwayne Yancey
Virginia's governor race kicks into high gear post-Labor Day By Mabinty Quarshie
Virginians can register to vote all the way through Election Day By Michael Pope
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Virginia Assembly, Senate & Governor updates:
Chesterfield School Board member asked to resign after controversial post about Charlie Kirk’s murder | WRIC ABC 8News By Ryan Nadeau
Chesterfield School Board member asked to resign by peers, Youngkin after social media post By Michael Phillips
School leaders face backlash over Charlie Kirk posts: 'It’s scary' By Melissa Hipolit
Judge dismisses lawsuit, affirms schools' transgender rules | News | princewilliamtimes.com By Jill Palermo
Guidera tells rectors to ignore Senate Democrats By Brandon Jarvis
Senate Democrats warn higher ed boards to not allow rejected appointees to serve By Brandon Jarvis
George Mason University rector rebuffs Va. Senate Dems’ request for his resignation • Virginia Mercury By Nathaniel Cline
Spanberger supports reforming appointment process to reconcile differences at Va.’s colleges • Virginia Mercury By Nathaniel Cline
The state of Virginia's vaccine requirements | WVTF By Brad Kutner
Virginia reviews DOJ's voter data request | 13newsnow.com By Alex Littlehales & Tracy Cooper
FCPS asks appeals court to stop Trump administration from cutting off federal funds | FFXnow By Angela Woolsey
Youngkin applauds $47M security and defense investment | Headlines | insidenova.com By Sebastien Kraft
(6) ((( CvilleBubble ))) on X: "🚨Atrocious behavior @UVA - joy, laughter, cheering at the death of Charlie Kirk. By professors & TAs "These are people we trust with our education and safety. We demand that you discipline those who are employed by this university" https://t.co/hitKLsGwjJ" / X
Whiny Mark Warner Lets The Truth Slip Out By Bill Wilson
Henry County breaks ground on $65 million tin production facility - Cardinal News By Dean-Paul Stephens
Democrats against the Founding Fathers, Lincoln, and Kennedy By Washington Examiner Staff
Nuclear energy 101 — road trip to Wise - Cardinal News By David Reid
SpaceX asks for federal interference in Virginia broadband funding application By Ethan Ellis
Johnson backs Virginia wind project in break with Trump - E&E News by POLITICO By Kelsey Brugger
Kiggans reaffirms support for offshore VB wind project By Brett Hall
ICE arrests in Virginia soar under Trump crackdowns — Virginia Center for Investigative Journalism By Kunle Falahi
Articles, News, & Quotes:
Virginia leaders react to shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk
By WTVR CBS 6 WEB staff
Charlie Kirk Supported Me When I Was Left for Dead by Antifa. Now He’s Gone. By Andy Ngo
The Assassination of Charlie Kirk - by Andy Ngo By Andy Ngo
(6) Xi Van Fleet on X: "What an American tragedy! We lost a great patriot, Charlie. The young man who became an assassin will almost certainly face the death penalty. A father, knowing he would lose his son, made the extraordinarily difficult decision to turn him in. His act shows that the American https://t.co/xQXFOd6NUi" / X
Charlie Kirk on Crime, the Horrific Charlotte Stabbing, and the Wrong Lesson About Trump Scandals Next Up with Mark Halperin, Charlie Kirk starts at 26-minute mark.
(6) Political Polls on X: "77% of Republicans believe it is always unacceptable to feel joy at the death of someone they oppose, while only 38% of Democrats share this view (YouGov)" / X
Do you think it is ever justified for citizens to resort to violence in order to achieve political goals? | Daily Question
College students increasingly believe violence is justifiable to stop speech By Angel Eduardo
Proposed Chesterfield gas plant draws community objections, industry support • Virginia Mercury By Shannon Heckt
2026 College Free Speech Rankings: America’s colleges get an ‘F’ for poor free speech climate | The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression
New Council members insist on competitive process for potential land sale to state delegate By Graham Moomaw
Potential threats force historically Black Va. universities to lockdown • Virginia Mercury By Nathaniel Cline
UVA's Karsh Institute Previews Local News Ecosystem Study, "Dark Deserts" Research Released By Josh Stanfield
Charlie Kirk And The Haters — Kerry: By Kerry Dougherty
(6) Scott Rasmussen on X: "🚨78% of voters say people have “natural rights” that cannot legitimately be taken away by any government. ✅Just 15% disagree and say Individual rights and freedoms come from the government @NapolitanNews survey of 1,000 RV conducted by @ScottWRasmussen June 17-18, 2024" / X
The Hampton VA maintains its four-star rating in new survey By Steve Walsh
Historical White House Farm in Luray undergoing rehabilitation | History | dnronline.com By Zack Furr
Interviews & Videos of Interest
Tim Kaine and Chuck Todd show they don't understand America's founding documents With Byron York
Silencing Dissent: The Chilling Implications of Charlie Kirk's Assassination By Victor Davis Hanson
(6) Media Lies on X: "Trump's response to Sen. Tim Kaine's claim that believing our rights come from the Creator as "extremely troubling." "We're endowed by our Creator with the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness." "The Senator from Virginia should be ashamed of himself." https://t.co/LIyw1CLyM6" / X
(7) Brinkman Media on X: "A Taser, More Violence & Bathroom Videos: Just the Latest from Swanson Middle School https://t.co/Rl5WC89tfl" / X
(2) Amir Odom on X: "Debunking The Biggest Lies Told About Charlie Kirk (0:00) - Intro (10:58) - On Second Amendment (12:48) - On Empathy (15:42) - On Gay People (17:58) - On Trans People (24:21) - On Racism (28:21) - On Affirmative Action (30:58) - On Critical Race Theory (34:56) - On Illegal https://t.co/6NKI1L4jVt" / X
(6) jay plemons on X: "Why did people think they could cheer Charlie Kirk’s murder without consequences? @ScottAdamsSays “I think they were all surprised, which means they’ve been living entirely within a bubble in which they thought other people would agree with that.” https://t.co/MVknIj5CkD" / X
The Constitution, Bill of Rights, and Liberty
Virginia school board violated First Amendment by restoring Confederate school name | Courthouse News Service By Joe Dodson
Shenandoah County student speaks out on judge’s ruling of Confederate school name By Mason Willet
Trump Moves to Protect Prayer in Schools By Elizabeth Troutman Mitchell
Tim Kaine’s Constitutional blasphemy By Jonathan Turley
Over a MILLION People Flood the Streets in MASSIVE Free Speech Demonstration in London That is Also Honoring Charlie Kirk (VIDEO COLLECTION) | The Gateway Pundit | by Paul Serran
Virginia Supreme Court Declines "Secret Police" Appeal from Hanover Sheriff By Josh Stanfield
Pam Bondi Urges DOJ to Champion Parental Rights By Tyler O'Neil
Tim Kaine Rejects Judeo-Christian Foundation of America By Tyler O'Neil
Gibson pushing for robust FOIA library in package of City Hall transparency measures By Graham Moomaw
Here's what would happen if we seized all wealth from America's 800 billionaires By Jessica Riedl
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