Elected officials in Alabama Wednesday reacted with sadness to the shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk while calling for a stop to political violence.

Kirk, 31, died after being shot at an event at an Utah college. He was the co-founder and CEO of the youth organization Turning Point USA.

“Charlie was a leading voice in the conservative movement who brought countless young Americans into the fold of American politics,” U.S. Sen. Katie Britt said in a written statement. “He was fearless, and started important conversations in our discourse not only throughout the country, but throughout the world. Most importantly, he was a loving father and husband.

“His legacy and impact will live on for generations. Political violence has reached new heights and become a true sickne

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