What happened
Utah Valley University faculty members expressed hatred towards Charlie Kirk after his murder. Internal records obtained by Judicial Watch show that some faculty members sent emails with hateful comments about Kirk, calling him divisive and saying he appealed to the worst in people.
One email, sent 11 days after Kirk's murder, claimed that Kirk "spoke his prejudices openly, not to test free speech, but to shape minds" and that he "targeted impressionable youth, feeding on their fears and anxieties." The author of the email also stated that Kirk's message was one of hate, and that he did not deserve to be memorialized or honored by the university.
Another email, sent by a self-described UVU faculty member, expressed regret that Kirk was invited to speak at the university, citing his divisive rhetoric and "vituperation" in his debates. The faculty member also stated that they had a hard time understanding how people could support or mourn someone like Kirk.
These emails reveal a toxic atmosphere on campus, where some faculty members are willing to express hatred and intolerance towards individuals with opposing views. The incident has also had a chilling effect on free speech, with some students reporting that they are less comfortable expressing their political views on campus.
The incident has sparked widespread outrage and criticism, with many calling for greater accountability and protection for conservative students and speakers on campus. Judicial Watch President Tom Fitton stated that the records reveal a "hateful and vicious" attitude towards Kirk, and that the university's public calls for free expression and civil discourse are at odds with the actions of some faculty members.
