Jezebel Appends Editor’s Note Following Charlie Kirk Shooting

Lead: On September 10, the online publication Jezebel appended an editor’s note to a Sept. 8 article about paying Etsy witches to curse conservative activist Charlie Kirk, condemning his fatal shooting at Utah Valley University and denouncing political violence.

Nut Graf: The editor’s note underscores Jezebel’s commitment to distancing itself from any implication of endorsing harm, clarifying that while the original piece employed provocative satire, the outlet unequivocally rejects violence against any individual.

Editorial Clarification and Condemnation

Jezebel posted the following statement at the top of the Sept. 8 article: “We do not support, promote, or justify political violence of any kind.”

Background of the Controversial Article

• The original article detailed how an unnamed Jezebel writer spent money on Etsy curses aimed at Charlie Kirk as a satirical critique of his rhetoric.
• It described various hexes designed to inconvenience Kirk rather than cause physical harm, accompanied by tongue-in-cheek commentary on feminist “reclaiming” of the Jezebel spirit.

Shooting of Charlie Kirk

Charlie Kirk, co-founder of Turning Point USA, was fatally shot on September 10 during an event at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah. His death sparked widespread condemnation across the political spectrum.

Reaction and Context

• Jezebel’s swift addition of the editor’s note reflects the outlet’s attempt to balance its tradition of edgy commentary with responsibility in the wake of real-world tragedy.
• The incident has reignited debates over the limits of satirical journalism and the ethical implications of provocative content.