Friends,

I voted NO on the bill to honor Charlie Kirk.

I condemn political violence in the strongest possible terms. I also mourn with each and every one of the family members and loved ones who have suffered because of political violence, including the Kirk family.

But I cannot vote for a resolution that attempts to rewrite history and turn Charlie Kirk into something he was not.

Charlie Kirk used his platform to divide and demean -- and he was successful at it. I can't celebrate that. I will continue to work towards compromise in Congress and a better discourse in our politics.

If you’re with me, please consider making a contribution of $10, $20, or whatever is meaningful to you to help me spread this message.

I will always support efforts to condemn political violence, protect free speech, and extend condolences to grieving families, but Congress should not canonize a political influencer who regularly sowed division and hatred through political discourse.

To do so would be a disservice to the truth, to other victims of political violence whom Kirk himself mocked, and to the values of civility and respect that this resolution claims to champion.

Thank you,

Seth