

"For Charlie!" — JD Vance Remembers His Friend
Sep 24, 2025
J.D. Vance, the Vice President of the United States and a former U.S. Senator, reflects on his deep friendship with Charlie Kirk, articulating how Charlie's faith and leadership inspired many, including himself. Vance celebrates how Charlie transformed conservatism through his strong convictions and commitment to family values. He emphasizes courage over comfort, urging listeners to embrace truth and resilience in the face of adversity. Vance’s heartfelt tribute highlights Charlie's lasting impact and the importance of living one’s faith actively.
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Young People Remade Conservatism
- Charlie transformed modern conservatism by mobilizing young people and reshaping politics through a movement.
- J.D. Vance credits Charlie with changing the course of American history by giving youth a voice and stake in the future.
Living Truths Over Mere Words
- Vance emphasizes Charlie lived the truths he preached: family, industry, and Christian virtue.
- Living virtues publicly and privately made Charlie a model of fatherhood, work ethic, and faith.
Synthesis Of Reason And Faith
- Vance frames Charlie as both a lover of reason and of faith, blending classical learning with Christian conviction.
- This synthesis made Charlie 'Athens and Jerusalem' in one person and informed his public work.