Weird Little Guys

Murder on Fourth Street

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Jun 19, 2025
Delve into the chilling events of the 2017 Charlottesville rally, where a vehicle attack led to the tragic death of Heather Heyer. The discussion highlights the rise of violence against protesters and the dangerous narratives surrounding these incidents. Unravel the mystery of Marsha P. Johnson's legacy and her fight for LGBTQ+ rights amidst unresolved tragedies. Explore the dark ideologies that breed violence and the troubling normalization of such acts in today's political landscape. Join the conversation on how past events continue to shape societal perceptions.
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ANECDOTE

Fields' Vehicular Attack in Charlottesville

  • James Alex Fields Jr. drove his car into a crowd in Charlottesville in 2017, killing one person and injuring many.
  • This violent act was an intentional murder fueled by his hatred and beliefs as a white supremacist.
ANECDOTE

Fields and Vanguard America Connection

  • Fields was handed a Vanguard America shield by their leader and marched with them despite claims he was not a member.
  • Vanguard America admitted keeping no membership records, casting doubt on their denial of Fields' affiliation.
INSIGHT

False Self-Defense Claim Debunked

  • The claim that Fields attacked in self-defense due to a rifle threat is false.
  • His supposed threat was a mistaken identity and no actual armed mob threatened him.
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