Newly launched TPUSA chapter causes uproar at Michigan high school before first meeting

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Protest erupts at Michigan high school before Turning Point USA chapter even meets, fueling accusations of hate and intolerance.

A Turning Point USA chapter has been met with fierce resistance from students and community members in the Detroit suburb of Royal Oak High School. A student-led protest was organized just days after the chapter announced its launch, with hundreds gathering to express their opposition to the group's presence.

The protest, which included a walk-out by students, was sparked by concerns that Turning Point USA promotes hate speech and intolerance. The group's platform has been criticized for being divisive and inclusive of white supremacist ideologies.

A student organization, Royal Oak Student Voice, even went so far as to draft a "Constitution Against Hate," calling the school administration ignorant for approving the chapter.

Despite having less than 300 followers on Instagram, Turning Point USA's post garnered over 900 comments, with many expressing support and others using hate speech. The backlash was swift and intense, with some students even sending death threats to those who supported the group.

In response to the controversy, a student named Jaden Bennett stated that she had been fielding requests from around the country to start Turning Point USA chapters since Charlie Kirk's assassination in July.

Bennett believes that her organization provides an opportunity for people to have open discussions with differing views. However, this approach has been met with criticism from many who see it as a thinly veiled attempt to promote hate and intolerance.

For now, the fate of the Turning Point USA chapter at Royal Oak High School remains uncertain, leaving many to wonder if their presence will be allowed to continue amidst growing protests.
 
🤔 I think this whole situation is really concerning, you know? It's like, one side has super passionate feelings about Turning Point USA, and the other side is just as passionate but on the opposite end of the spectrum. 🙅‍♂️ The fact that people are using hate speech to get their point across is just...no. 😒

I mean, I can understand why some people might be concerned about the group's platform, especially if they've seen some pretty divisive rhetoric online. But death threats? That's just not okay. 🚫 And on the other hand, I think it's great that someone like Jaden Bennett is trying to start open discussions and debates. 🤗 It's all about finding common ground, you know?

The problem is, it feels like this whole situation is getting really polarized. Both sides are so entrenched in their positions that they're not even willing to listen to each other. 🚫 It's like, can't we all just try to understand where the other person is coming from? 🤷‍♂️
 
OMG, this is wild 🤯! I'm literally shook by how much pushback TPUSA is getting from students and the community in Michigan. Like, I get it, they want to have open discussions with differing views, but when it comes down to it, their platform is just riddled with hate speech and white supremacist ideologies 🚫. It's like, what even is the point of having a chapter if you're not going to promote inclusivity? And those death threats? Yikes, that's just not okay 😬. The fact that TPUSA has already started chapters across the country since Charlie Kirk's assassination is just concerning. I don't know about Jaden Bennett's intentions, but it seems like she's trying to create a platform for hate instead of actually fighting against it. Can we please just have a respectful conversation without resorting to hate speech? 🤷‍♀️
 
🤔 just another example of how easily hate can spread online... it's crazy that people would resort to threats and name-calling over something they don't agree with... 300 followers on Instagram doesn't make a difference when you're talking about real-life consequences 🚫
 
ugh, this is just so frustrating 🤯... like, can't we have a decent conversation without it turning into hate speech? 🙅‍♂️ i mean, i get that some people are super passionate about certain topics, but when does open discussion become toxic? 💬 and seriously, 300 followers on instagram for a group that's already getting death threats? 😱 what's going on with the school admin?! 🤔 shouldn't they be protecting their students from hate speech instead of just letting it happen and pretending like everything is cool 🙄
 
I think this is all overblown 🤦‍♂️... like, what's the big deal about a bunch of young people having differing opinions? It's actually kinda refreshing that someone's finally speaking out against the whole "hate speech" culture that's just spreading hate instead of encouraging actual discussion 💬. And yeah, maybe TPUSA isn't perfect, but come on, let's not crucify them for trying to give a platform to people who want to have real conversations 🤝... it's actually kinda brave, you know? The fact that Jaden Bennett is out there taking risks to start chapters and promote free speech despite the backlash is actually pretty inspiring 💪. And btw, if we're gonna start policing people's opinions, where do we draw the line? 🤔
 
I don’t usually comment but I think it’s kinda messed up that students are organizing protests before even getting a chance to hear out the group themselves 🤔💬. I mean, I get why people would be worried about hate speech and whatnot, but at the same time, can't we just have an open discussion and figure things out? It feels like everyone's already made up their minds and isn't willing to listen 😐.

And honestly, 900 comments on Instagram is wild 🤯. Like, who even gets that many comments on a post from a small org with less than 300 followers? It just shows how passionate people are about this stuff, I guess 👊. But also kinda scary, you know?

I don’t think it's right to send death threats or use hate speech online 🚫💔. That's not how we solve problems or have respectful discussions 💬. Maybe we should focus on listening to each other instead of shouting at each other? 🤗
 
😒 I gotta say, I think these students are being way too sensitive... like, 90% of the comments on that Instagram post were probably just trolling or not even from actual people in the school 🤣. And honestly, Turning Point USA is kinda doing what it says on the tin - promoting open discussions with differing views 🗣️. It's not always gonna be popular, but if we're not allowed to have tough conversations then where are we gonna go? 🚫 The whole "hate speech" thing is just a buzzword to shut down opposing viewpoints 💬. And btw, what's the school administration supposed to do - ban free speech? 😂
 
Ugh 🤕 just saw that some student in Royal Oak is literally getting death threats for supporting Turning Point USA 🤯 like what's wrong with having open discussions on differing views? It's not about hate speech, it's about people feeling safe and respected at school 🏫 And now the admin is stuck between a rock and a hard place because of all this drama 💸 Can't wait to see how this whole thing plays out 🤔
 
OMG, I just got back from the most amazing vacation to Hawaii 🌴🏖️ and I'm still on a island vibes high! I mean, have you ever tried shaved ice with mango and coconut? Life. Changing. 😍 And can we talk about how amazing it is that people are passionate enough to protest about something they strongly disagree with? I get that Royal Oak High School's situation sounds super sketchy, but isn't it cool that students are standing up for what they believe in (or rather, what they don't believe in)? 🤔 I'm also a bit curious – how do you think the school administration should handle this situation? Should they just let the chapter go through or take steps to ensure that everyone feels welcome and included? 🤷‍♀️
 
🤔 I'm not sure how much truth is in this story... 300 followers on Instagram doesn't seem like a lot for a group that's causing so much drama. And isn't it weird that they were able to get over 900 comments just days after announcing themselves? It sounds like some people are super passionate about this stuff, but is it really as extreme as everyone's making it out to be?

I do think it's valid that some of these groups can be pretty divisive and hurtful, but I also think we need to listen to each other's perspectives without demonizing the other side. If someone wants to start a chapter of Turning Point USA, they should have a fair shot at having a discussion about their views. But if it's causing harm or making people feel unwelcome, that needs to be addressed.

I'm curious to see how this all plays out – will Royal Oak High School allow the chapter to continue, or will the protests force them to shut it down? It'll be interesting to see what happens next 🤞
 
I'm really worried about this Turning Point USA thingy... I don't know what's going on but it sounds like they're promoting some pretty hatefu stuff 🤕. Like, I get that we should have different opinions and all that, but if it's gonna hurt people, then no thanks 🙅‍♂️. And 900 comments on Instagram is a lot, especially with so many hateful ones 🚫. It's crazy to think some students are even getting death threats 🤯... that's just not cool at all 😒. I'm just glad the school is listening to what people have to say and trying to figure out what's gonna happen next 👀. Maybe we can just agree to disagree without being all hateful and stuff 🤗.
 
I'm so worried about these kids protesting against TPUSA's arrival... like they're already getting death threats over it? 🤯 It's just sad that some people can't even have open discussions without resorting to hate speech, and now the school is caught in the middle. The fact that a student org created a "Constitution Against Hate" really says something about how divided we've become... I'm not sure what the solution is, but it's clear we need to find a way to promote understanding over fear and intolerance 😔
 
Ugh, this is so messed up 🤯... I remember when we were in high school, we used to have these super heated debates about politics and stuff, but it was always done in a respectful manner, you know? It's like, back then we actually listened to each other's perspectives without being all judgmental and hate-filled 😒. Now it seems like everyone's just so quick to jump on the bandwagon of hate and intolerance... I mean, I get why people are scared of groups like Turning Point USA, but can't they just have an open discussion without being met with such hostility? 🤔 It's sad to see how far we've fallen, you know?
 
I'm getting really worried about this Turning Point USA thingy coming to our high schools 🤕. I mean, they're supposed to promote open discussions and all that, but from what I've seen online, it's like they're basically recruiting some pretty extreme ideologies 🤪. And honestly, it's kinda disturbing how quickly things got out of hand in Royal Oak – I hope the school admin is paying attention and knows what's going on 💡. Like, yeah, we gotta have freedom of speech and all that, but not at the cost of our sanity or safety 😕. It's just so disheartening to see some people resorting to hate speech and death threats over a disagreement 🤯. I hope Jaden Bennett and her crew realize that it's one thing to have differing views, but another to try to push them down people's throats 💔. Fingers crossed the chapter gets cancelled before things get any worse 😬
 
Ugh dont even get me started on this Turning Point USA thing its like they think they can just waltz into our schools and start spewing hate speech and intolerance like its no big deal Newsflash: its super not okay for them to do that especially when were still dealing with the aftermath of all that awfulness in July I mean Charlie Kirk's assassination was a huge wake up call and now we got these people trying to capitalize off of it by promoting white supremacist ideologies its like they dont even care about human lives anymore

And can we talk about how the student-led protest was so brave but also kinda expected given the controversy surrounding this group I mean come on, hundreds of students showing up to stand against hate speech is amazing but it feels like a no-brainer at this point

I'm all for open discussions and differing views but when its framed as some kind of excuse for hate and intolerance thats just not okay Its like they think they can just wear their ideology on their sleeve and get away with it without any consequences
 
people are getting really worried about these groups like turning point usa 🤯 they're saying it's all about having open discussions but i feel like it's just giving a platform for hate speakers to spread their ideologies and hurt people 🚫 the fact that students are even organizing protests just days after the group announces its launch is crazy 🤯 royal oak student voice is on point drafting this constitution against hate tho 💪
 
I'm totally fine with this protest, but only because I think it's a great way for us to make sure we're not accepting any groups that promote hate 🤔👎... wait, no I don't think that's true! The group's platform does seem pretty sketchy and I wouldn't want my kids exposed to that kinda stuff 😕. But at the same time, I believe in free speech and open discussions... unless it's promoting hate, then I'm totally against it 💁‍♀️👊. Jaden seems like a nice kid who just wants to get people talking, but what if she's just trying to stir up drama? 🤷‍♀️ And what about the student organization that drafted this "Constitution Against Hate"? Are they being too extreme by calling out the school admin for not taking action sooner? 🤔 I don't know, maybe I'm just confused... 😂
 
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