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Ferris State Rejects Charlie Kirk Statue Proposal

10/10/2025

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Ferris State University President Bill Pink declined a proposal to erect a Charlie Kirk statue.
Kirk, conservative activist, was killed September 10 during a speaking event.
The Mecosta County Board of Commissioners supported the statue proposal.
In Manatee County, officials designated a portion of 51st Street in Kirk's honor.
New College of Florida plans a Kirk statue amid free-speech concerns.

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Ferris State University President Bill Pink declined a proposal to erect a Charlie Kirk statue.
Kirk, conservative activist, was killed September 10 during a speaking event.
The Mecosta County Board of Commissioners supported the statue proposal.
In Manatee County, officials designated a portion of 51st Street in Kirk's honor.
New College of Florida plans a Kirk statue amid free-speech concerns.