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Gov. Cox declares Charlie Kirk Day in Utah one year after his assassination
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Key Points:
- Utah Governor Spencer Cox declared September 10, 2026, as Charlie Kirk Day to mark one year since the conservative activist was fatally shot at Utah Valley University.
- Cox emphasized that tragedy should not deepen social divisions but inspire courage, empathy, and a rejection of political violence and polarization.
- The governor highlighted Kirk's commitment to open debate and civic participation, urging a politics based on mutual respect and peaceful discourse.
- Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, was killed while engaging with students during his American Comeback Tour at UVU on September 10, 2025.
- Cox described the shooting as a "tragic assassination" and reaffirmed Utah's dedication to fostering a democratic environment where ideas can be debated without violence.
