“While freedom-loving people like libertarians and conservatives wish to provide the illumination of facts and the focus of reason for young people so that they might see and think clearly, those who call themselves progressives favor the classic totalitarian tactic of indoctrination.”

American right-wing political activist, entrepreneur, and media personality

Charlie Kirk was an American right-wing political activist, entrepreneur, and media personality. Born in 1993 and killed in 2025, he founded Turning Point USA and became a prominent voice in conservative politics, especially within the MAGA wing of the Republican Party. He launched Turning Point USA with donor Bill Montgomery in 2012 and led the organization as executive director until his death. He was also a close ally of Donald Trump, published several books, and hosted The Charlie Kirk Show.