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“Honoring the Life of Charlie Kirk”
September 15, 2025
WHEREAS, Charlie Kirk was the founder of Turning Point USA, a national nonprofit organization
committed to educating young people about the principles of limited government, free markets, and
personal responsibility; and
WHEREAS, Charlie Kirk boldly proclaimed his faith in Jesus Christ, consistently grounding his
public service and civic engagement in biblical values and a deep conviction that faith must be lived out
in both private and public life; and
WHEREAS, Charlie Kirk worked tirelessly to equip a new generation of Americans to think
critically, engage civically, and uphold the ideals of freedom, family, and faith; and
WHEREAS, Charlie Kirk believed in the power of civic trust, community involvement, and moral
leadership to strengthen democracy; and
WHEREAS, Charlie Kirk’s life was tragically cut short when he was assassinated while engaging
in dialogue with college students, an act that shocked the nation and underscored the growing need for
civil discourse, mutual respect, and the protection of those who speak boldly on matters of conscience
and truth; and
WHEREAS, despite his untimely death, Charlie’s enduring legacy lives on through the lives of
those he inspired to serve their communities, engage those around them, and stand firm in their
convictions; and
WHEREAS, the City of Pasco joins communities across the country in mourning this profound loss
and in recognizing the impact of Charlie’s voice, leadership, and unwavering devotion to truth; and
NOW, THEREFORE, I, David Milne, Mayor of the City of Pasco, Washington, do hereby proclaim
September 15th, 2025 as a day to Honor the Life of Charlie Kirk and urge all residents to reflect on
Charlie’s legacy of faith, freedom, and service, and to recommit ourselves to those foundational values.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Official Seal of the City of
Pasco, State of Washington, to be affixed this 15th day of September 2025.
David Milne, Mayor
City of Pasco