Charlie Kirk's memorial becomes conservative rallying cry
Speakers called for both forgiveness and political action at Charlie Kirk's Arizona funeral service.
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Conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who founded Turning Point USA, was assassinated at age 31 while speaking at Utah Valley University. His funeral in Arizona drew tens of thousands, including Donald Trump and JD Vance. The service mixed calls for Christian forgiveness with political mobilization.
Kirk's wife demonstrated remarkable grace by forgiving his killer, while Trump took a more aggressive stance, promising to investigate left-wing groups. Speakers portrayed Kirk as a martyr in what they called a 'spiritual war,' emphasizing his evolution into Christian nationalism. The memorial served as both a tribute and a catalyst for conservative political engagement.
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