About recent comments by Doug Jones.
It’s quite concerning to draw parallels between George Wallace’s era, over half a century ago, and today’s struggles to manage violence through open dialogue and civil conversation. Linking that to the tragic deaths of Christian leaders at the hands of left-wing extremists shows a significant lack of understanding.
This perspective seems to sidestep the pressing crises our nation is currently facing. Charlie Kirk represented some of the best qualities in humanity. He wasn’t the issue—rather, the real danger stems from the societal conflicts we often overlook. His murder, which was a deeply evil act fueled by leftist extremism, was certainly not a chance occurrence.
Not recognizing this reality, and failing to reflect on the violence and hatred that predominantly arises from the left, represents some serious moral hypocrisy.
The suggestion to “dial back rhetoric” feels like an avoidance of acknowledging deeper issues, mixing up truth with deceit. Evil and extremism aren’t new. We’re in a struggle between good and evil, and it seems our society has been on a downward trajectory for more than fifty years—it’s hard not to notice that during this time, prayer was banned in schools.
In that period, the church appeared to prioritize political correctness over biblical truths, opting for comfort and avoiding tough discussions, which laid the foundation for accepting falsehoods.
This tendency seems more than just a preference; it runs counter to divine will. When religious and political leaders turn a blind eye to the truth, they inadvertently enable evil to become normalized. Advocating for “lower temperatures” in public discussions risks overlooking this reality.
Speaking the truth is crucial. It’s a form of love, not just a choice. For example, when a boy believes he’s a girl, understanding that as an act of love is essential; accepting falsehoods is anything but loving.
Sure, speaking out may seem divisive for now. However, by abandoning the truth, we end up losing an entire generation by normalizing lies.
Today’s Democrats seem to have become increasingly tolerant of political violence. This shift has been years in the making, blending truth with deception. Many young Democratic activists have spent their lives in a haze of untruths, with only a few voices, like Charlie Kirk, trying to set the record straight.
Charlie felt the weight of needing to help our youth navigate a culture devoid of God, pushing back against societal lies. His faith provided him the bravery to speak out, significantly shaping America’s future.
A wave of truth is starting to emerge in this country, a voice that hasn’t been heard for quite some time. Let’s hope future generations cultivate their own courageous truth-tellers like Charlie Kirk.
Tim James is a businessman from Greenville, Alabama, and a former GOP candidate for various state offices, and the son of former governor Faube James.
