The Daily Signal Virginia School Reverses Decision to Pull Plug on Part of Turning Point USA Event
Sep 30, 2025
Victoria Cobb, President of The Family Foundation and a passionate advocate for family-policy issues, delves into the controversy surrounding Turning Point USA's event at Western Albemarle High School. She discusses the reversal of the school's initial cancellation after community pushback, highlighting concerns over viewpoint discrimination. Cobb also examines the inconsistent treatment of student groups, the implications of free speech zones, and the connection between school censorship and voter issues. Her insights shed light on the ongoing struggle against cancel culture.
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School Initially Pulled The Plug
- Western Albemarle High initially canceled Victoria Cobb's talk citing fears of counter-protests and disruption.
- The school later reversed the decision after pressure and agreed to allow the lunchtime meeting under expectations of order.
Viewpoint Discrimination Concern
- Victoria Cobb argues administrators practiced viewpoint discrimination by restricting her talk while allowing other groups to meet.
- She warns that segregating speech to after-school times effectively silences dissenting views during the school day.
Push Back Legally Against Censorship
- Educate school administrators about legal free-speech limits and push back with legal letters when necessary.
- Escalate to litigation if administrators repeatedly suppress lawful student speech.