We all cherish our highways as important infrastructures that unite us. These routes symbolize our collective journey, connecting diverse communities across Arizona, regardless of political affiliations, religious beliefs, or cultural backgrounds. They reflect a shared space untarnished by the polarizing nature of contemporary politics – until now.

Arizona state senate president plans to introduce legislation to rename a Valley freeway in honor of Charlie Kirk, a figure who has publicly spread conspiracy theories related to election fraud, targeted LGBTQ+ youth with hostility, and made derogatory remarks about school shooting survivors. By renaming this freeway, we risk turning our shared infrastructure into a platform for division and controversy. This is not just a name; it's a message that would compromise the integrity of Arizona’s public spaces.

Renaming freeways should celebrate unity, triumphs in public service, or cultural achievements that resonate broadly across our diverse state. Embracing figures that polarize rather than unite is unworthy of the community standards we uphold. Such honoring should inspire hope and inclusivity, not reiterate division or controversy.

The bill for this renaming is set to be introduced in the next legislative session beginning this January. It's imperative to act now to prevent our taxpayer-funded roads from endorsing what many may perceive as a divisive narrative. Highway names are chosen to symbolize shared values and principles that we all can be proud of. Let's stand together to ensure our state's infrastructure remains neutral and welcoming for all.

Reject the proposal to rename a Valley freeway after Charlie Kirk and preserve the freeway as a symbol of unity and communal progress. Please sign this petition to protect the integrity of Arizona’s public highways and keep them free from partisan glorification.