The Unabomber dies at 81 by suicide: Why are his ideas becoming popular?

Published June 21, 2023

 By Mark Legg - Posted at the Denison Forum:

Ted Kaczynski, known as the Unabomber, captured the gaze of millions through not only his murders but also his far-fetched philosophy and mad story.

Serial killers often receive widespread media attention, but the written words of one can hardly be more recognized or infamous: “The Industrial Revolution and its consequences have been a disaster for the human race.” These words make up the opening sentence of Kaczynski’s manifesto, “Industrial Society and Its Future.”

Kaczynski maintained a niche following of environmental extremists and anarchists in prison, writing countless letters with apparent brilliance and wit to journalists and “fans” alike. He died June 10, two weeks ago, by suicide at eighty-one.

Why should we care about the ideas and life of a murderous madman?

The tale of Ted Kaczynski can teach Christians many things. Indeed, frighteningly, there is a surge in popularity for his ideas online.

So who was the Unabomber? Why does such a substantial group still praise his ideas?

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