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I  didn’t know who Charlie Kirk was two weeks ago. I don’t know what that says about me as a person or as a Christian, but I don’t follow politics or mainstream media, besides what comes across my social media channels, and somehow I hadn’t gotten on his algorithms 🤷🏻‍♀️ Everything I know about Charlie & Erika Kirk, and Turning Point USA, I have learned since September 10th.  Here’s what I’ve gathered: Charlie was a loving husband and father. He wasn’t afraid to speak boldly about his faith in Jesus. He had many friends, and millions respected him. He loved his country. He loved people—and he loved to debate. His topics were controversial, and not everyone agreed with him. What stands out most to me is this: disagreements don’t erase someone’s humanity. We’ve lost that perspective as a nation. Political and religious differences have turned into dividing lines, and Charlie’s tragic assassination is an example of what happens when hate grows unchecked. I believe,...

We hear all the time about how politics divides our country, but recently I experienced it on a deeply personal level—and it hurt my heart. If I’m being honest, the last three presidential elections have been tough for me. I haven’t felt like we had truly great candidates to choose from, and I’ve never fully aligned with everything either the Democrats or Republicans stand for. I do my best to choose the candidate I believe will run the country responsibly—even if they aren’t the most likable person in the room. I’m grateful to live in a democracy where I get to vote, and I take that responsibility seriously. But to me, voting is a civic duty—it’s not a guage for friendship or family relationships. I fully respect that everyone brings their own experiences, values, and priorities to the table. We all see the world through our own lens. That’s why I try to put my energy into things I can directly influence: nurturing healthy family relationships, contributing positively to my comm...