Political climates that question or roll back LGBTQIA+ protections can intensify feelings of isolation and rejection. In turn, supportive policies, such as gender-inclusive housing, LGBTQIA+ resource centers and counseling services, can act as protective factors.

CNN: Today on CNN This Morning, anchor Audie Cornish interviewed the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) Executive Vice President Nico Perrino on the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk Tuesday.

Conservative activist Charlie Kirk, while polarizing, played a large role in recent elections, galvanizing young voters on a number of issues during a time of intense political division. Kirk was shot and killed while speaking at an event in Utah this week.

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For a lot of students, like the ones just arriving to Lawrence University on Friday, there was a lot to think about when it comes to free speech.

FAU students held a memorial for Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, following his fatal shooting at Utah Valley University.

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Others pulled out their phones as they walked out of school and found themselves watching the videos over and over. Some teachers interrupted lessons to discuss the horrific news. Almost instantly after Charlie Kirk was assassinated Wednesday at Utah Valley University,