Overview

• David Horowitz, a former Marxist turned conservative activist, passed away on April 29, 2025, at the age of 86, following a lengthy fight with cancer.
• The David Horowitz Freedom Center, the think tank he founded in 1998, announced his death on X, sharing a video tribute to his life's work.
• Horowitz was known for his ideological transformation, moving from 1960s New Left activism to becoming a champion of conservative values and an ally of Ronald Reagan.
• He authored several influential works, including 'Radical Son,' and was a prominent voice on college campuses, often engaging in controversial debates.
• Horowitz is survived by his wife, April Mullvain, and three of his children, with his son Benjamin sharing a heartfelt obituary that included a personal anecdote about a recent call with President Trump.