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Charlie was a 31-year-old who frequented college campuses and was a father of two young children. Unlike traditional political figures, he was perceived as a standard citizen—someone who, like many others, etched a simple life around family and community. The tragedy is compounded by the fact that his children's innocence and safety are now overshadowed by a brutal act. Many, including the speaker, find themselves reflecting on the innocence lost and the fragile nature of safety in a society where violence can erupt unexpectedly, even during casual conversations.