Rabbi Reveals Charlie Kirk's Mindset Hours Before Assassination

Rabbi's Conversation with Charlie Kirk

• rabbi Pesach Woznica spoke with Charlie Kirk via Zoom hours before his assassination, finding him in high spirits and a combative mood.
• 💡 Kirk was preparing for his American comeback tour and actively strategizing how to defend Israel against inevitable criticism on college campuses.
• 🎯 The rabbi often advised Kirk on defending Israel, helping him prepare talking points and anticipate "smears against Israel."

Pressure and Criticism Faced by Kirk

• 🧠 Kirk was a strong supporter of Israel, but faced significant backlash from within the Jewish and pro-Israel communities for platforming voices with anti-Israel and anti-Semitic views, such as Tucker Carlson and Dave Smith.
• 💔 This harsh criticism deeply hurt Kirk, despite his commitment to the principle of an open marketplace of ideas and allowing all opinions to be heard.
• ⚠️ Prominent figures in the America First movement also privately pressured Kirk to drop his support for Israel, but he resisted.

Kirk's Stance on Open Dialogue

• 🗣️ Kirk believed strongly in engaging in honest dialogue and letting people decide what is true, a principle that formed the basis of his career.
• ⚖️ He was willing to platform voices that made the pro-Israel community uncomfortable, understanding that this was part of his commitment to allowing every voice to be heard.
• ⚡ Despite the personal cost and criticism, Kirk remained dedicated to defending Israel publicly and privately.