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This resolution condemns political violence and encourages increased ideological diversity on college campuses in New Hampshire, specifically by recommending that public and private colleges invite more conservative speakers alongside speakers from other perspectives. The resolution was prompted by a hypothetical 2025 incident involving the assassination of conservative speaker Charlie Kirk, which highlighted concerns about political violence and suppressed speech on campuses. The document emphasizes New Hampshire's tradition of civil debate and argues that viewpoint diversity strengthens scholarship and critical thinking. While the resolution does not mandate specific actions, it encourages faculty and student organizations to engage speakers through respectful questioning and debate, rather than silencing them. The resolution explicitly states that it does not direct curricula or compel any specific invitations, but rather expresses the state house's belief that open dialogue and exposure to diverse viewpoints are essential to education. As a final step, the resolution directs the clerk to send copies of the resolution to the University System of New Hampshire, the Community College System of New Hampshire, and the presidents of the state's private colleges and universities.

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