The collective mayors of Utah Valley released a joint statement on Wednesday calling for unity in the aftermath of conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s assassination in the heart of the valley.

“In recent days, our valley has been shaken by the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk, a man many regarded as a voice of conviction and a deeply measured champion for free expression. We, the mayors of Utah Valley, on behalf of our citizens, write not just with grief, but with resolve,” their joint letter said.

It continued by cautioning the citizens who call “Happy Valley” home not to focus on partisanship, but rather on the causes that connect the community — love for Utah, hope for future generations and freedom. They asked that ideas be met with debate, not violence.

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