In the immediate aftermath of the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, the Marblehead Republican Town Committee issued the following statement:
Dear Friends and Fellow Conservatives,
It is with indescribable sorrow that we share the heartbreaking news: Charlie Kirk has been tragically shot and killed during an event at Utah Valley University on Wednesday, September 10, 2025. At just 31 years old, he was a tireless advocate for our values, mobilizing young conservatives through Turning Point USA and his “Prove Me Wrong” campus events.
As we grapple with this tremendous loss, now is the time for unity. Our conservative movement has always stood on the foundations of faith, resilience, and community, and that must remain steadfast today.
In this moment of grief, let us:
- Lift up Charlie’s family in prayer. We mourn alongside his wife, Erika and their two young children, may God’s comfort surround them in this dark hour.
- Hold fast to our faith. Charlie’s conviction in his Christian beliefs was central to his leadership. As believers, we trust that God’s guiding hand never fails, even in tragedy.
- Stand united against political violence. This senseless act reminds us of the rising aggression targeting public figures, and our voices. Now more than ever, our movement must remain peaceful but resolute.
- Carry forward Charlie’s legacy. Let us honor his passion for conservative principles by mentoring the next generation, driven by faith and civility, just as Charlie did so boldly.
Charlie Kirk was more than a political figure. He was an emblem of youthful Christian conviction and fearless advocacy. His message called us to boldness, grounded in truth and conviction. Now, even as grief weighs heavily on our hearts, we must rise in unity and faithfulness.
Let us pray, reflect, and recommit to a future shaped by conviction, compassion, and courage. May our faith and fellowship be a beacon in this dark time, and may God sustain us all.
With heartfelt sorrow and steadfast faith,
Emily DeJoy, press secretary
Riverside Drive
[…] “As we grapple with this tremendous loss, now is the time for unity,” the statement read in part. “Our conservative movement has always stood on the foundations of faith, resilience, and community, and that must remain steadfast today.” The full text of the statement appears here. […]