Marlin Stutzman: “it is hard to put into words how I am feeling. On one hand, I feel the heaviness and sadness that hundreds of thousands…”

“it is hard to put into words how I am feeling. On one hand, I feel the heaviness and sadness that hundreds of thousands of students like my sons are feeling because they know that Charlie Kirk, an inspiring American, was assassinated for standing for his faith, exercising his First Amendment rights, and engaging in open and honest debate. On the other hand, I feel enraged because some Americans celebrated at the news of Charlie's murder. If that was you, shame on you. I am sick and tired of this evil. Today is 9/11. Instead of remembering the evil attack on our country that day 24 years ago, we are now talking about another tragedy fueled by the same kind of hate. It is the same hate that assassinated Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Like Dr. King, Charlie was shot because he passionately and courageously spoke truth and invoked generational change in our Nation. They both dreamed of a better America for all, no matter their politics or skin color. Charlie loved his Savior, Jesus Christ, loved his family, loved his country, and loved his fellow Americans. He believed that through honest conversation, the best ideas could win. Charlie's vision for America inspired millions. Evil has killed him as a human, but watch out. Thousands of Charlies are already ready to stand for their faith, raise their families, and face down evil that has raised its head again in our country. Mr. Speaker, may our Lord comfort the Kirk family and use Charlie's legacy to heal our land.”