Florida state Rep. Angie Nixon forcefully condemned legislation honoring conservative activist Charlie Kirk after voting against the measure, framing her opposition as a response to what she described as a broader pattern of disregard toward Black women within the legislative process. Her comments came as lawmakers considered a resolution expressing support for designating October 14, 2025, as a “National Day of Remembrance for Charlie Kirk.”
Just voted NO on the Charlie Kirk Day of Remembrance Bill in the Florida Legislature. It’s a slap in the face to Black Women that this bill was even brought forth in our committee. This body has consistently shown that it is ok to be anti-Black Women in this state. Disrespectful!
— State Rep. Angie Nixon (@AngieNixon) February 10, 2026
“Just voted NO on the Charlie Kirk Day of Remembrance Bill in the Florida Legislature,” Nixon said following the vote. “It’s a slap in the face to Black Women that this bill was even brought forth in our committee. This body has consistently shown that it is ok to be anti-Black Women in this state. Disrespectful!”
The measure under consideration expresses the support of the U.S. House of Representatives for commemorating Kirk, citing his work as a champion of free speech, civic engagement, and constitutional principles. The resolution outlines his role as the founder and executive director of Turning Point USA, a national nonprofit organization with thousands of chapters focused on educating students about free markets, limited government, and individual liberty. It also highlights his prominence as a bestselling author and speaker who reached millions through books, media appearances, and campus events.
According to the resolution’s text, Kirk was recognized as one of the leading voices among young conservative activists in the United States and was credited with fostering youth leadership and participation in civic life. The resolution further states that his efforts, particularly on college campuses, led to his death when he was killed by an assassin’s bullet on September 10, 2025, a central justification offered by supporters for establishing a national day of remembrance.
Nixon, a Democrat representing parts of Jacksonville, has built her political profile around advocacy for marginalized communities, criminal justice reform, voting rights, and social equity. She has frequently criticized what she characterizes as legislative priorities that elevate symbolic measures while failing to address issues disproportionately affecting Black communities and women, including maternal health disparities, economic inequality, and access to education.
Her remarks on the Kirk resolution did not dispute the biographical claims outlined in the measure but instead focused on the decision to bring the bill forward and the broader political context in which it was considered. By calling the legislation “disrespectful,” Nixon signaled that, in her view, honoring a polarizing national figure through formal legislative recognition reflects misplaced priorities and a lack of sensitivity to the concerns of Black women lawmakers and constituents.
As the resolution continues through the legislative process, Nixon’s comments have drawn attention to the cultural and political divides shaping debates over remembrance, recognition, and representation, particularly at a moment when lawmakers are facing heightened scrutiny over whose experiences and perspectives are reflected in their work.
