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Originally Published 3 months ago — by The New York Times
Erika Kirk has been elected as the new CEO and chair of Turning Point USA following her husband Charlie Kirk's death, pledging to strengthen the organization and continue its mission.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Guardian
Erika Kirk, widow of Charlie Kirk, has been appointed as the new CEO and chair of Turning Point USA following her husband's death, with the organization emphasizing his legacy and their ongoing mission to influence young Americans politically.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox News
During a contentious interview on "60 Minutes," co-founders of Moms for Liberty were pressed by host Scott Pelley about sexually explicit books in schools, with Pelley accusing them of being evasive. The conservative organization has capitalized on parental anger over alleged sexually explicit books in public school classrooms and libraries, with Republicans in West Virginia seeking to allow criminal charges against teachers and librarians who expose children to such material. The issue has sparked controversy and policy changes in Maryland and other states.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Business Insider
Conservative organization Moms for Liberty, known for advocating book bans and censoring diversity classes and LGBTQ rights, faced major setbacks in state and school board elections. Candidates endorsed by the organization suffered widespread defeats, with only one victory out of 13 endorsed candidates in Iowa. Similar losses were seen in Minnesota, Washington state, New Jersey, Ohio, and Virginia. The organization, founded in 2021, has grown to over 95,000 members across 200 chapters in 37 states. This election outcome reflects a broader trend of defeats for the organization and Republicans nationwide.