Staff Reports
The journal of the Louisville mass shooter, Connor Sturgeon, sheds light on his twisted motives and disturbing plans. The 25-year-old’s journal, released by law enforcement, reveals his disturbing desire to target “upper class white people” as a means to push for more gun control. In a shocking entry dated April 3, 2023, Sturgeon expressed his frustration over what he referred to as the “climate disaster” and his belief that there was too much access to guns.
According to the journal, Sturgeon made it clear that he saw himself as a catalyst for change, writing, “I have decided to make an impact. But because I was depressed and able to buy (guns?), they are gone. Perhaps this is the impact for change–upper class white people dying.” This callous disregard for human life is truly disturbing and highlights the dangerous ideology that fueled Sturgeon’s heinous actions.
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The day before the shooting, a chilling entry from Sturgeon read, “This is not an accident. I’m sorry I had to lie all week, but this is something I have to do. It has all been planned, and it is flawed but I think it will work.” It is clear from Sturgeon’s own words that this was not a spur-of-the-moment decision, but a carefully calculated and premeditated attack.
In another sinister passage, Sturgeon wrote, “I pray this can send a message to those in power that they are not invincible. I’m sorry for everything.” These words paint a disturbing picture of Sturgeon’s mindset and the motivations behind his despicable act of violence.
The journal entries serve as a stark reminder of the dangers posed by those who seek to use violence to push their political agendas. It is a sobering glimpse into the mind of a criminal who sought to terrorize and harm innocent people in a twisted attempt to further his own ideological beliefs. Connor Sturgeon’s words are a chilling testament to the need for vigilance and the unwavering defense of our Second Amendment rights.
AWR Hawkins, a prominent Second Amendment columnist and political analyst, recognizes the gravity of this disturbing revelation. As a leading voice in the defense of our constitutional rights, Hawkins highlights the importance of remaining steadfast in the face of such dangerous ideologies. The release of Sturgeon’s journal serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing battle to protect our freedoms and the need to stand against those who seek to use violence to advance their political agendas.
