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Nebraska public officeholders and political leaders issue statements on the shooting death of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk.
Governor Pillen:
“The news of Charlie Kirk’s assassination is devastating, not only for conservatives, but for supporters of liberty and free expression everywhere. Charlie stood fearlessly, not only for his own beliefs, but for engagement and debate. Indeed, he was doing just that when he died. He inspired countless young people with his principled activism, including on campus right here in Nebraska. Suzanne and I are deeply saddened by this act of senseless political violence, and I ask that all Nebraskans pray for God’s grace and comfort to be brought to his wife and young kids. We must condemn and end political violence in America.”
Nebraska Second District Representative Don Bacon:
“Our hearts and prayers are with Charlie’s wife, children, family and friends. He served on the Air Force Academy Board of Visitors with me and will be missed. Our country not only protects, but cherishes our freedom of speech, and political violence terribly undermines our Republic. I hope the killer is found and held accountable to the fullest extent of the law.”
The Nebraska Democratic Party Chair Jane Kleeb:
“No family should endure the horror that Charlie Kirk’s wife and children now face. Political violence is happening across our country, sending a terrifying message that who we are risks our lives. We pray for Charlie Kirk's family and all victims of gun violence."
Nebraska U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts:
“Charlie Kirk was participating in the very American act of political dialogue when he was taken from us. He was a husband, son, and father of two little children. Political violence is anti-American. It’s an attack against our very values. It’s an attack on our republic. In our great country, we settle our disagreements with ballots, not bullets. Please join me in prayer for his family as they mourn.”
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