Podcast with Dr. Paul Kengor on Violence for Political Purposes—e.g., the Murder of Charlie Kirk

Topic: Violence for Political Purposes.

The murder of Charlie Kirk in September 2025 may well have been a watershed moment in American history. While we may have political differences in this country, and while we may have robust political debate in this country, resorting to violence to silence your opponent shows that a major line has been crossed. Resorting to violence takes the argument out of Christian boundaries. However, Marxism has often resorted to violence to establish their power. Dr. Paul Kengor is an historian, a political science professor at Grove City College, and a best-selling author. He has written quite extensively on the Communist movement. Dr. Kengor joins Jerry Newcombe to discuss violence used to promote political purposes.