Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) explained her opposition to a resolution honoring the life and contributions of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. She expressed disappointment that not more Democrats stood against it in the House, where there were 58 votes against the resolution.
In a CNN interview discussing the “Confederation State,” Crockett conveyed her feelings, saying it “honestly hurts my heart.” She noted that, according to her figures, all but two of the “no” votes came from people of color.
“In many instances, only the people of color voted against it, mainly because the rhetoric Charlie Kirk consistently promoted targeted our communities,” she remarked in a Sunday interview.
“It’s unfortunate that many of my colleagues, even from my party, couldn’t recognize the damage this individual sought to inflict on our group,” she added.
Crockett also mentioned that Kirk, who was shot at an event on September 10, had addressed her directly in a podcast about a month prior to the incident, speaking negatively of her.
“I wasn’t aware of this at the time, but he was making disparaging remarks aimed at me,” Crockett said. “So, I find it hard to honor someone who talked negatively about me and claimed to be associated with the ‘great white alternative.’ I can’t respect that.”
She continued, saying, “I strive to ensure that voices like mine are heard, particularly as civil rights attorneys, recognizing the sacrifices made for my presence in Congress.”
While Crockett emphasized that she does not want to celebrate Kirk’s political views, she feels strongly against the violence he faced.
“Regardless of the circumstances, Charlie Kirk should still be alive,” she stated. “His words contributed to a climate of political violence that cannot be ignored.”
Crockett noted that many of her conservative opponents are uncomfortable when she brings up the topic of white supremacy but insisted that this does not justify any violent actions against her.
“That’s not what America should be about. We shouldn’t condone such behavior,” she concluded.
