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David Horowitz, Conservative Author and Founder of Freedom Center, Dies at 86

David Horowitz, influential conservative commentator and Freedom Center founder, passed away at 86, leaving a significant impact on modern conservative thought and political discourse.

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  1. Conservative Commentator David Horowitz Dies at 86

    Horowitz's books often dealt with his conversion to become a Republican during Reagan's administration, the fight from the left against religion and the left's seeking to destroy America.

    Conservative Commentator David Horowitz Dies at 86

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  2. Conservative commentator David Horowitz dies at 86

    David Horowitz, a conservative commentator, author and activist, died on Tuesday at the age of 86, according to the David Horowitz Freedom Center, the conservative think tank he founded.

    Conservative commentator David Horowitz dies at 86

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  3. David Horowitz, Conservative Stalwart Dead At 86

    After a lengthy battle with cancer, David passed yesterday at the age of 86.

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  4. Author and Conservative Activist David Horowitz Dead at 86

    Horowitz would later become a leader in the 1960s New Left with affiliations in the Black Panther Party and other radical groups.

    Author and Conservative Activist David Horowitz Dead at 86

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Updated: Apr 30th, 2025, 12:30 PM ET

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David Horowitz, the founder of the David Horowitz Freedom Center, passed away at 86 after battling cancer. A former Marxist turned conservative, Horowitz was a fervent critic of radical Islam and a strong advocate for free speech on college campuses. His notable books include 'Radical Son' and 'Final Battle,' the latter of which influenced Donald Trump's rally themes and political narrative during the 2024 campaign. Horowitz is survived by his fourth wife, April, and four children, and his legacy continues to resonate among Newsmax viewership and conservative ideologues.

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