A Voice for Young Patriots: The Enduring Legacy of Charlie Kirk

Charlie Kirk was the national voice of young conservatives.  

Kirk was a warrior for truth, freedom, and God. His college campus tours inspired countless young people to fight for their beliefs and challenge the status quo of woke academia.  

He brought his enthusiasm for freedom in the younger generations to the CPAC stage multiple times, captivating audiences and energizing young conservatives. He recognized the impact young people have on culture and shaping society and empowered them to embrace that to make a positive difference.  

“Where the future of whether we’re going to be a free republic and a constitutional republic or whether we are going to be a failed socialist experiment it’s happening right now in high school and college campuses. Those are the battlegrounds of the hearts and minds of tomorrow,” said Kirk at CPAC 2020. “This, in my opinion, is one of the most important endeavors in the entire country.”  

Kirk and the organization he founded at just 18 years old, Turning Point USA, innovated the modern conservative movement. Kirk energized the conservative movement and brought more young people into the freedom fold, turning the tables on left-wing socialist politicians and activists in education who ruled institutions of American higher education for decades. His fearless advocacy for free speech, limited government, and traditional values resonated deeply, making conservatism vibrant and accessible for Gen Z and Millennials.  

Kirk’s life is a testament to many noble things. It’s a testament that you are never too young to make a difference. It’s a testament to standing for truth even when it’s hard and unpopular. It’s a testament to a life lived loving the Lord.  

His impact is sure to only grow after his death. CPAC is honored to have had him as a friend in the fight for freedom, and in his honor, we will continue to fight harder than ever to defend truth and for a free, safe, and prosperous America for generations to come.