In a stunning reversal that has ignited fresh outrage among conservatives, the University of South Dakota (USD) has abandoned its effort to terminate art professor Michael Hook after he posted a vile, derogatory message mocking the recent assassination of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk. The decision, outlined in a letter from USD President Sheila Gestring, cites Hook’s supposed remorse, his 19-year service record, and the university’s “interest in efficient operations” as reasons for backing down. This comes amid a broader wave of firings and investigations nationwide targeting public employees for insensitive comments following Kirk’s shocking murder last month. Hours...
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