"Her comments, which called particular attention to the methods of Kirk and his own take on gun violence, sparked a firestorm in the state. Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders called the now-deleted post (available below) "vile." Lieutenant Governor Leslie Rutledge said, "While faculty members have the right to express opinions, openly celebrating the assassination of a fellow American crosses a line.""
"University of Arkansas Little Rock Chancellor Christina Drale wrote of Branch's comments, "As educators we should hold ourselves to a higher standard of conduct that values civil discourse, speaks clearly about the dangers of political violence, and that prioritizes a rigorous, fair-minded learning environment. The postings I read this morning do not reflect this standard." Branch has been suspended with pay while the university conducts its investigation."
Law professor Felicia Branch was suspended with pay by the University of Arkansas Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law while the university investigates Facebook comments about Charlie Kirk. The comments focused on Kirk's methods and his stance on gun violence and produced strong statewide backlash. Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders labeled the post "vile," and Lieutenant Governor Leslie Rutledge said celebrating an assassination crosses a line. Attorney General Tim Griffin urged that the law school terminate Branch, noting the First Amendment does not guarantee employment. Reports indicate educators in other states have faced suspensions and increased scrutiny over speech.
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