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Senate bill to designate 'Charlie Kirk Memorial Day' draws sharp criticism over quoted remarks
Summary
Senate Bill 271 would designate Oct. 14 as a "Charlie Kirk Memorial Day" to honor advocacy for open debate; Senator DeMauro raised allegations quoting the subject's alleged statements about Jewish communities, which sponsor Senator Catrona disputed as off-topic and a misunderstanding.
Senator Catrona presented sponsor testimony for Senate Bill 271, which would designate Oct. 14 as the "Charlie Kirk Memorial Day," framing the measure as recognition of the First Amendment and a stand against political violence. "We're recognizing the importance of the First Amendment," Catrona said, and described the designation as recognizing an individual who "advocated deeply for" open debate.
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