The assassination of Charlie Kirk is a heartbreaking loss to all who knew him and to the countless people he inspired. From founding Turning Point USA as a teenager to becoming a leading voice for conservative students nationwide, Kirk devoted his life to encouraging the next generation to speak with courage and conviction.

He knew firsthand the hostility conservative students face on college campuses, where free speech is often silenced and traditional values mocked. He worked tirelessly to push back, giving young people the tools, confidence and community they needed to stand strong. Thousands found their voice because of his guidance.

His Christian faith was central to that mission, giving him the courage to speak truth in a culture that too often suppresses it. In this time of sorrow, we remember a leader who stood boldly for faith and freedom. His legacy will live on in the students he empowered.

Vincent J. Esposito

Murrysville

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