HARRISBURG, PA – The Libertarian Party of Pennsylvania (LPPA) has adopted a resolution unequivocally condemning the use of violence as a political tool, following the tragic assassination of political commentator and campus debater Charlie Kirk while peacefully debating at Utah Valley University.
The resolution, passed on September 20, 2025, underscores the Party’s steadfast commitment to non-violence and the defense of free expression. It emphasizes that while the LPPA engages in political action, it does so without resorting to violence, except in the case of direct self-defense.
“Free and unregulated speech is an inalienable right of all human beings,” the resolution declares. “We condemn the use of violence as a political tool and affirm that all human beings have an inalienable Right to free expression in a free society, as expressed in our platform and statement of principles.” The Libertarian Party conditions membership on agreeing to a pledge rejecting force and violence for political or social goals.
LPPA Chair Greg Deal stated:
“The murder of Charlie Kirk is not just a personal tragedy, but an assault on the principles of liberty and open discourse. The Libertarian Party of Pennsylvania stands firm in defending the right of all people to speak freely, regardless of their views, and rejects any attempt to silence individuals through intimidation or bloodshed. As a society, we should be following the example set by Charlie Kirk, peacefully and openly discussing our disagreements and differences.”
The LPPA calls upon all Pennsylvanians—and Americans more broadly—to recommit themselves to peaceful dialogue, respect for differences, and the preservation of liberty.
Founded in 1971, the Libertarian Party is the third largest political party in the state and the nation, with over 200 elected and appointed officials currently serving in office in Pennsylvania, plus many more nationally. Like the Founding Fathers, Libertarians believe that you have an inalienable right to conduct your life as you see fit, without interference, so long as you respect the rights and property of others. For more information about the Libertarian Party, the public is invited to contact the Libertarian Party of Pennsylvania at www.LPPA.org or (800) R-RIGHTS, or the National Libertarian Party at Lp.org or (202) 333-0008.
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