The shooting death of right wing activist Charlie Kirk prompted emotional reactions from young conservatives, including at Boston College, where a small group of students gathered Wednesday night to mourn the controversial organizer.

“I was shocked,” said Peter Fitzmaurice of the Boston College Republicans. “I couldn’t believe it.”

31-year-old Kirk was shot and killed while speaking at an event Wednesday at Utah Valley University.

Jake Wiepert of the Boston College Republicans claimed Kirk “really just kind of made that effort to appeal to all demographics”, especially young people.

Kirk was a polarizing figure who claimed he advocated for limited government and free speech, often appearing on conservative cable news in support of right wing causes, spreading misinformation on topics l

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