Charlie Kirk Built his Career with Words and Courage — and He Never Looked Back
Charlie Kirk wrote to us at Breitbart in 2012 as a high school student, and we proudly published his first foray into political commentary. NY Post contributor Joel Pollak shares this story.
A friend ever since, Charlie had been inspired by Andrew Breitbart, who had passed away just weeks before, and wanted to know if we could help him stand up for conservative views at his high school.
In the spirit of citizen journalism, upon which Breitbart was founded, we encouraged this young high schooler to write down his thoughts and submit them for publication.
Charlie never looked back. He built his career that way: with words, and with courage.
It took incredible bravery, and mental sharpness, to debate people with opposing views on college campuses, taking on all comers and all questions.
His mind was clear, and uncorrupted by what our universities have become. He understood that civil discourse was the way, which fueled his ability to debate anyone, anywhere.
Read more at https://nypost.com/2025/09/11/opinion/charlie-kirk-built-his-career-with-words-and-courage-and-he-never-looked-back/
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