After Kirk's murder by a left-wing terrorist, Rob Smith spoke about that moment
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On October 29, 2019, Ohio State University, United States, became the epicenter of an intense political and cultural debate during the "Culture War" tour conference, organized by Turning Point USA (TPUSA), which featured the presence of Charlie Kirk and Rob Smith.
The event, held at the iconic Ohio Union, attracted both supporters and critics of the conservative figures, creating an atmosphere filled with hatred and confrontation.
During the conference, according to Rob Smith, journalist and political commentator, the tension was evident from the beginning. "That day, Charlie and I were harassed by people in the audience who hated me for being gay and hated Charlie for giving me a platform," Smith stated, in addition to insults against him for being Black.
Charlie Kirk y Rob Smith
The crowd, made up of students and attendees critical of the conservative movement, was hostile, with chants and expressions of rejection that created an uncomfortable environment for both Kirk and Smith.
Despite the circumstances, Rob Smith highlighted a moment of support and shared humanity. After the conference, both withdrew to a waiting room while they awaited the escort that would take them to their car. "I was shocked. I had never experienced anything like that. Charlie looked me straight in the eyes and said: "God loves you, you're part of this movement, and we support you," Smith recounted, showing Kirk's solidarity in the face of the audience's hostility.
The event included question and answer sessions, which became particularly tense in the face of provocative questions from certain extremist groups critical of traditional conservatism. The topics addressed revolved around cultural values, identity, Israel, and the LGBTQ community.
Crimen de Charlie Kirk: el presunto asesino era parte de ANTIFA
The episode at Ohio State University stood out not only for the confrontation with the audience but also for the way the speakers faced pressure and harassment, along with the interaction between Kirk and Smith.
This previously unknown experience was revealed by the journalist in a message shared after Kirk's murder by a left-wing terrorist member of Antifa. "This was Charlie Kirk. I won't allow his humanity to be reduced to clichés spread by those who never knew him," Rob Smith concluded.
