Incels Worship at the Feet of a Coward
Nov 26, 2025
In this compelling discussion, Jane Weiss, a gun violence prevention advocate and aunt of Veronica Weiss, shares her deeply personal journey through grief and resilience following the Isla Vista tragedy. She reveals the dark online subcultures that fueled the attack and emphasizes the pressing need for awareness. Jane channels her sorrow into activism, working tirelessly for gun violence restraining orders and legislative change. Moreover, she offers vital advice for young men and highlights the importance of monitoring online behaviors to prevent radicalization.
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Seattle Trip Memory
- Jane remembers Veronica climbing the Fremont Troll and taking "awkward photos" during a Seattle visit before college.
- Those small joyful moments show Veronica's humor and connection with family.
Immediate Family Response
- Jane describes learning about the shooting early the next morning and rushing to California with family.
- They arrived in California the same afternoon to begin dealing with the aftermath.
Internet Radicalization Link
- Jane had not heard the term "incel" before the attack and learned how online subcultures radicalized Elliot Rodger.
- She links dark internet chat rooms to a pattern of young men descending into violent ideology.
