Teachers across multiple states face suspension and investigation after posting controversial reactions to Charlie Kirk’s murder on social media platforms.
In the wake of Charlie Kirk’s murder, some on the left — many in the education sphere — have come out dismissing or even celebrating his death as a way of disputing his conservative political views.
While some have hailed Kirk as a champion of free expression, numerous teachers and educators have faced suspension or scrutiny for online comments appearing to mock or cheer his death, bringing to the fore questions about political bias inside America’s classrooms.
House Education and Workforce Chairman Tim Walberg, R-Mich., told Fox News Digital too many students are being «indoctrinated to hate those they disagree with instead of thoughtfully engaging with peers to discuss differences.»
«We should not teach kids what to think, but how to think», he said.
In a statement, Senate Health Education Labor & Pensions Committee chairman Bill Cassidy, R-La., said there is a «clear lesson» over educators and others losing jobs for «vile» public comments about Charlie Kirk.
«If your first reaction to a hate-fueled assassination is more hatred, ask yourself if you should put your phone down. Cruelty in response to tragedy only serves to divide us further», Cassidy said.
The House panel further provided Fox News Digital with a separate statement mourning Kirk as a «true champion of free speech» and highlighting the importance of «honest and productive debate» versus politicized censorship.
«Charlie inspired thousands of students to speak their minds, ask difficult questions, and engage in meaningful conversations — regardless of political affiliation», Walberg said.
