Utah Honors Charlie Kirk with Official Day | Dayton News

Utah Governor Spencer Cox has declared September 10, 2026, as Charlie Kirk Day — one year after the tragic assassination of the conservative activist and Turning Point USA founder — to honor his life, courage, and commitment to free debate. In his statement, Cox called for unity over division, urging citizens to reject violence and embrace empathy, listening, and mutual respect in civic discourse. Kirk, known for his passionate campus debates, was fatally shot during his American Comeback Tour at Utah Valley University on September 10, 2025. The governor’s proclamation reaffirms Utah’s dedication to robust public dialogue rooted in conviction, not hatred — a tribute to Kirk’s legacy and a call to uphold democratic values through peaceful, principled engagement. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/231e6e2da6f8f5b1