It's been a week since the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

"He was definitely a role model and a mentor to a lot of young people, especially me, said Jackson Dawson, a student at New College of Florida in Sarasota.

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Dawson is also the President of the school's Turning Point USA chapter, the group Kirk founded. Just this week, New College announced it will commission a statue of Kirk to honor his legacy and work.

"I'm glad we're able to remember him, said Dawson. He was big on free speech, and that's what New College is really promoting here is that open dialogue, whether you agree or disagree."

New College said the statue will stand on campus "as a commitment by New College to defend and fight for fre

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