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Much has already been written about the incredible legacy Charlie Kirk left behind. But here, we wanted to zoom in on one part in particular: his work at Turning Point USA, particularly its towering effect on American politics.

Kirk was a near-constant presence on the Right, particularly in President Trump’s three presidential campaigns — and he played a key role in all of them.

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Rich Henke1 year ago

What was most impressive about Charlie Kirk's career is that he used the very system coopted by the left, American universities, to speak truth to those who were being brainwashed with godless leftist political ideology.

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P Scott1 year ago

Charlie Kirk was a super intellect, and a persuasive communicator who used his superior knowledge of the Bible, politics, and current events to debate and persuade people. We need more intelligent young communicators on the right to take up Charlie's mantle and change our universities from communist incubators into honest educational facilities of our country's principles and our country's greatness. And Make America Great Again for generations to come.

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Laney B1 year ago

Charlie's faith was the bulwark of his career. He knew how inflamed the left would get when he began to pull the wool OFF the eyes of young college students. He went bravely into the fray because he knew his calling and he knew his destination if the worst happened. As it did on Wednesday.

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Sherrie Johnson 1 year ago

Agree 100% with a foot note: His Respectful and factual demeanor.

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Jim Harmon1 year ago

Most impressive to me is his influence on young people. My 13yo granddaughter is very much aware of his message and thinks he is very smart and debates with respect for his challengers. If you follow the history of Charlie Kirk, you cannot deny he has reached all levels of the country in a most positive way. His love of Christ is always at the forefront of his message, but he is not an evangelist. A most impressive man.

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Than Johnson1 year ago

Engagement of next generation of voters. Non-violent Warrior.

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Kevin Sargent1 year ago

He was a True debater, not an influencer, per se, but listened to the other's points of view and responded to each with his. He epitomized what drove the Left Crazy and one went over the edge.

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Terry McCall1 year ago

He was a Christ follower who, like Christ, used the power of his words and not violence to bring others to civility.

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Jim Powers1 year ago

His ability and willingness to engage with people who didn't agree with him was his greatest attribute. I could agree with everything he said but I personally could never engage as he did. We need more like him.

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Jim Piety1 year ago

His ability to respectfully acknowledge opposing views and shift their thinking and making a convincing argument

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Bruce Briggs1 year ago

I read where the Left said that Charlie Kirk was a constant presence at the White House. I read a few years back that under Biden, one of the Soros sons (Alexander, I think) was a constant visitor to the White House. You can draw your own conclusions from that thought.

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Sherie Stores1 year ago

His words. The ability to debate without arguing.

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Arlenae Sutoe1 year ago

A true Christian a to American, who who fought verbally for the rights that we as all American citizens hold dear.

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Jack Miller1 year ago

He was willing to go and debate critics or supporters on their turf. He was well educated and spoke with pride in his values.

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Don G1 year ago

His calm demeanor in conversation with those who opposed his views.

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Dave Brooks1 year ago

His unabashed, outspoken faith in Jesus Christ.

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Tammie Beitz1 year ago

I agree with Dave Brooks and Terry McCall. Charlie put God and his faith first above all else. His priorities were; love of God, love of family, love of country. He surely received a “Well done thou good and faithful servant” as he walked into Jesus’ arms.

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Paul Fitch1 year ago

His ability to coax students out of the "America is horrible" programs of Institutions of higher learning to the point that they had to murder him to stop his success was his highest achievement.

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Vicki Small1 year ago

Yet, as has been said, those who wanted him silenced and the person who did that have been a huge mistake. By last Wednesday evening, Charlie's voice had grown so much louder and was reaching so much further than ever it had. And both his voice, his messages, and his effectiveness have continued to grow in humongous proportions.

“I tell you the truth, unless a kernel of wheat is planted in the soil and dies, it remains alone. But its death will produce many new kernels—a plentiful harvest of new lives.”-John 12:24

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Doug Ebbecke1 year ago

To counter the current philosophy at college campuses with informed debate and influence young adults to vote. Younger voters are more informed because he opened up their minds to common sense and many seem to be more optimistic about their future because of him.

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Amanda Damian1 year ago

His faith, his age, and his family

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Dennis Horak1 year ago

I totally agree, But I will add that I admired him very much for his courage and confidence to speak of the issues of the day. He reminded me of the apostle Paul, doing the very same thing to the leaders, people and false teachers. Charlie Like Paul challenged old, deep seated mindsets, both young and older people and even gave some words of encouragement all in the spirit of truth and love. God Bless his wife and children By His Love, comfort and grace.

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Russ Shoemaker 1 year ago

Charlie's belief in Christ. One can not get any better. Thank You GOD for bringing Charlie to Americans.

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sharon smith1 year ago

His ability to debate people of all ages without being overpowering. His ability to listen and not be judgemental. His popularity with college-aged people, who usually lean Left, away from ideology of their parents and other influencers in their lives - a normal occurance after leaving high school and 'the nest'.

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Daniel Semyck1 year ago

His courtesy and respect for every debater was what was so special about him. This is what drew me to watch his university debates with students on YouTube.

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Jim Ahern1 year ago

You know there's something to be said for "to soon" guys.. The man's not even been gone for 48 hrs. and folks are going on like it happened a year or more ago.. It's ok to grieve Charlie's loss and take a moment guys. He was a great young man in so many ways and now he's gone in a most tragic and deplorable way. We will move forward in a fully galvanized force in Charlie's memory, but at the moment it's still very saddening and hard to come to grips with..

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Chris Wilke1 year ago

So very very sad. Continue to pray for his family and the youth he energized!!!

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Glenda Noe1 year ago

He accomplished so much at such a young age. He spoke from the heart and never backed down on his beliefs.