On behalf of the Libertarian Party of Indiana, I extend our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, who was tragically shot and killed during a campus event at Utah Valley University earlier today. Our prayers are with his wife and children as they grieve this devastating loss.
Charlie Kirk was a fierce advocate for his beliefs and a relentless participant in the marketplace of ideas. While we often disagreed with his conclusions and his methods, we respected his commitment to public engagement and the belief that ideas should be debated openly, not silenced with violence. His murder is a tragic reminder of the increasing threat of political violence in our society—an unacceptable trend that must be confronted with unity, resolve, and a shared dedication to peaceful dialogue.
We mourn not only the death of a prominent and polarizing figure but also the loss of a husband, father, and fellow American who believed in the power of free expression. The Libertarian Party of Indiana stands firmly against political violence in all its forms. We call on leaders across the political spectrum to denounce this attack and to work toward restoring civility and respect in our national discourse.
As we reflect on Charlie’s life, we would do well to remember the words of Theodore Roosevelt: “It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena.” Charlie chose to be in the arena. And though we did not always agree with him, we honor his courage to stand and fight for what he believed.
May he rest in peace, and may his loved ones find strength in this unimaginably difficult time. And may we as a society reject the violence inflicted today.
In Libetry,
Evan McMahon, Chair
Libertarian Party of Indiana