We begin with heartfelt condolences to Charlie Kirk’s wife and children. Our prayers are with them as they walk through this season of loss. We also extend our deepest gratitude for Charlie’s service as a patriot and fighter for freedom. His life and work left a lasting imprint on all who had the privilege of hearing him.

Last year, Nevada Policy was honored to welcome Charlie Kirk as a guest speaker at our Annual Benefit Dinner in Las Vegas. His presence was more than a keynote. It was a call to action and a reminder that the future of liberty depends on equipping the next generation with truth. Charlie’s message carried both urgency and hope. He spoke directly into our mission with the wisdom and priority of reaching young people with the countercultural principles of limited government and free market economics.

Here are four things we learned from him that continue to guide our work today:

1. Speak Boldly into the Next Generation

Charlie reminded us that silence is not an option. He urged us to engage students and young professionals with clarity and conviction. The future will be shaped by the voices that dare to speak first.

2. Teach Limited Government as a Safeguard of Freedom

He emphasized that limited government is not an abstract idea. It is the cornerstone that protects families, faith, and the ability of individuals to pursue opportunity. Without it, liberty cannot endure.

3. Inspire Hope Through the Promise of Freedom

Charlie taught that freedom is more than policy. It is the spark that lifts people out of despair and gives them the dignity to dream bigger. He reminded us that when we defend liberty, we are not just protecting principles. We are opening the door for young men and women to see their God-given potential and to build a life full of hope and purpose.

4. Lead with Courage and Gratitude

Finally, he modeled courage by standing firm in the face of opposition, and gratitude by honoring those who came before him. His example challenges us to lead with the same spirit, knowing that our work today builds on the sacrifices of others.

Charlie Kirk’s time with Nevada Policy left an indelible mark. We thank God for his life, his voice, and his tireless fight for the cause of liberty. May his legacy continue to inspire Nevadans and Americans alike to stand strong, speak truth, and pass on the blessings of freedom to the next generation.