The Emerald Isle’s Wit and Wisdom: A Tale of Courageous Youth in Oregon
As the old Irish proverb goes, “Ar scáth a chéile a mhaireann na daoine” – “It is in each other’s shadows that people live.” But in the great state of Oregon, a group of young whippersnappers decided to step out of the shadows and into the spotlight, defying the dominant ideology of their progressive surroundings. And, by the powers, it’s a story worth tellin’!
It seems that a school employee at Thurston High School in Springfield had the audacity to post online about Charlie Kirk, a conservative speaker, being shot, and responded with a hearty “Good.” Now, that’s not just poor judgment, me boyo – that’s downright hateful. But a group of brave students decided to take a stand against this vile rhetoric and organized a walkout to protest the hate speech. Fair play to them, I say!
In a state like Oregon, where the left-wing activism and “woke” ideology run rampant, it takes a lot of guts to go against the grain. But these youngbloods didn’t let that stop them. They showed up in person, stood outside their school, and said, “Enough is enough!” That’s the kind of courage and conviction that’ll put hair on your chest, to be sure.
One of the students, in an interview, asked a question that’ll make your blood boil: “If you’re going to be okay with murders, what else are you really okay with?” Now, that’s a question that’ll make you think, me friend. When people start cheering for political violence, it’s a slippery slope, indeed. But these students drew a line in the sand and said, “Not on our watch!”
Now, I know what you’re thinkin’: what’s the big deal about Charlie Kirk? Well, me friend, he’s a man who speaks his mind, and his message of free markets, traditional values, and individual liberty resonates with many young people. And when someone attempts to silence him with violence, it’s a wake-up call for all of us. These students saw that and decided to take a stand.
But here’s the thing: this isn’t just about Charlie Kirk or any one person. It’s about the culture of hate and intolerance that’s been perpetuated by the woke crowd. It’s about the idea that violence is acceptable if it’s directed at conservatives. And it’s about the hypocrisy of a system that condemns hate speech on one hand while condoning it on the other.
The school district’s response to the walkout was, shall we say, underwhelming. A weak statement saying the views “do not reflect the values of the district” without any real apology or call for accountability. But that’s exactly why the walkout mattered. These students knew that silence from the top meant it was up to them to speak out.
This, me friends, is what it means to stand for truth and human dignity. It’s not about left or right; it’s about right and wrong. And these students, in the face of overwhelming opposition, chose to do what’s right. They’re the future of this country, and if this is any indication, we’ve got a lot to be hopeful about.
As the great Irish statesman, Edmund Burke, once said, “The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing.” These students refused to do nothing. They took a stand, and in doing so, they inspired a whole new generation of young people to speak out against hate and intolerance.
So to those students, I say: thank you. Thank you for being the change you want to see in the world. Thank you for showing us that courage and conviction can come in the unlikeliest of packages. And thank you for reminding us that the fight for freedom and truth is never truly won, but it’s always worth fighting for.
And to Charlie Kirk, keep on keeping on, me friend. You’ve inspired millions, and now you’ve inspired a whole new group of students to speak out. That’s what leadership looks like.
To everyone else watching, take note: the culture is shifting. Not everywhere, and not all at once. But seeds of truth are sprouting, even in the most unlikely soil. The woke machine wants to crush independent thought, but as long as there are young people like the ones at Thurston High, that machine won’t win.
We’ve got to support these students, not just with words, but with action. Let’s make sure they know they’re not alone. Let’s share their story, and let’s push back against the hate and hypocrisy they stood up to. And let’s remember: real change doesn’t always start in Washington. Sometimes, it starts in a high school courtyard in Oregon.
As the Irish saying goes, “Mol an óige agus tiocfaidh sí” – “Praise the young and they will flourish.” So let’s praise these young heroes and give them the recognition they deserve. For in the end, it’s not about the destination; it’s about the journey. And with young people like these leading the way, the journey ahead looks bright indeed. Sláinte, me friends!
