Hey, Slackers.

This isn't the type of podcast I typically enjoy recording, but the recent assassination of Charlie Kirk compelled me to address this topic. I generally avoid discussing religion or politics on the show - it's not my focus - but Generation X has lived through some profoundly challenging events due to our place in history. 

First, I'll explore recent data on Gen X's political positioning. While the numbers suggest we're evenly split across party lines, I believe we're far more centrist than the data indicates. There are also compelling statistics regarding our religious inclinations and practices.

Next, we'll examine the staggering number of political assassinations and attempted assassinations since Gen X emerged in 1965. The scope of these events is truly shocking.

Finally, I'll reflect on how political discourse - once characterized by civil "agree to disagree" conversations - has devolved into viewing others as enemies. This is no way to live or engage with one another. The tragic proof lies in the loss of a young man's life, targeted for views deemed so offensive by some that he "deserved to die." 

This episode offers a sobering look at how public discourse has been steered toward hate and violence, drifting away from the pursuit of meaningful common ground.