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2 Mass. School Staffers on Leave After 'Inappropriate' Social Media Posts About Kirk's Death
Middle Tennessee State University swiftly terminated an employee for social media posts deemed inconsistent with university values after Charlie Kirk's death, affirming its stance against political violence.
- On Thursday, Middle Tennessee State University announced it had fired an employee over social media comments, as President Sidney A. McPhee condemned the remarks and said they harmed the university’s reputation.
- Following the incident at Utah Valley University, a social media post referencing Charlie Kirk's death prompted outrage, the district said.
- Public reaction swelled, with the district and university receiving hundreds of messages condemning the posts, Sen. Marsha Blackburn saying the employee 'should be ashamed of her post', and candlelight vigils highlighting the national mourning.
- Schools and businesses suspended or dismissed staff quickly, with West Ada School District firing WASD employee Miss Rutz, Oskaloosa High School teacher Matt Kargol placed on leave, and Freddy's general manager Tomi McVeigh no longer working amid reviews.
- Kirk's role as Turning Point USA co-founder and campus speaker included a scheduled talk in Murfreesboro before his death and appearances at major events like the July 15, 2024 RNC.
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Nashville Fire Department employee placed on leave over alleged post about Charlie Kirk’s death
"Nashville Fire Department (NFD) leadership is aware of a social media post made by one of our personnel. In accordance with Civil Service Rules, the employee has been placed on paid administrative leave pending the outcome of an internal fact-finding process."
·Nashville, United States
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Greenville County teacher on leave for 'inappropriate social media post' after Charlie Kirk's death
A teacher in Greenville County, South Carolina, has been put on administrative leave for an inappropriate message on social media following the shooting death of Charlie Kirk.
·Greenville, United States
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