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Even after Oklahoma schools suffered a series of bomb threats after she posted about them, the state government is bringing her in to advise about books in libraries.
The crowd roared as LGBTQ+ activists demanded the removal of State Superintendent of Schools Ryan Walters.
Ryan Walters has allowed a climate of hate to thrive in Oklahoma schools, an open letter says in light of trans student Nex Benedict's death.
The effort is led by members of the state house GOP.
He has mandated that all fifth- through 12th-grade students must study the Bible.
Ryan Walters faces intense scrutiny for his association with controversial figures and policies following the tragic death of the LGBTQ+ student, including connections to an influencer who told his daughters to attack trans students in bathrooms.
A former high-ranking official in the Oklahoma State Department of Education voiced deep concerns about the future of public schools, detailing systemic mismanagement and criticism of punitive measures taken against districts under his leadership.
Ryan Walters, the far-right politician responsible for schools in the state, spoke about “woke mobs” and claimed conservatives were under attack.
Sean Cummings said that the superintendent of public instruction and Chaya Raichik of Libs of TikTok are to blame for creating an environment in the state rife for bullying.
The long-awaited report about the death of the LGBTQ+ Oklahoma teenager was released Wednesday.
Local parents and LGBTQ+ advocates say the ultra-conservative politician is trying to silence criticism.
Months of attacks by right-wing extremists led to the resignation of an educator with 26 years of experience who told The Advocate why he quit.
Chaya Raichik’s inclusion on hate watchlist comes after her posts have been linked to bomb threats and other threats of violence.
Kelley Robinson told The Advocate that as a parent, she would hope no other family would have to struggle with their child being bullied and then dying.
Experts have described the tactics employed by Chaya Raichik, who runs the account, as stochastic terrorism.
The educator and father advocated for transgender kids like Nex Benedict to be able to go to school without being bullied.
In the wake of the medical examiner's report, queer Oklahomans have called out the bullying Nex Benedict endured. “Even if it is a suicide, it’s still by bullying,” one person said.
The anti-LGBTQ+ creator unleashed homophobic remarks on the Buttigiegs after Chasten criticized her for being unqualified to consult on children’s educational issues.
The Oklahoma superintendent of public instruction has enraged many with his anti-LGBTQ+ stances.
Ryan Walters recently asked the Oklahoma Legislature for $3 million in the state Department of Education's 2026 budget request to purchase Bibles for schools. But not just any Bible.
