Celebrating a Death Has Consequences: Educators Learn That the Hard Way

Across the country, at least a dozen teachers and university staff have been fired, suspended, or placed under investigation for social media posts in the wake of Charlie Kirk’s assassination. As public outrage grows, school districts and universities are taking swift action to address comments deemed “insensitive” or “vile.” State officials in Florida, Oklahoma, and others have promised further disciplinary reviews. The controversy reignites debate over free speech, professionalism, and the role of educators in political discourse.