"School Board Cancels '30 Rock' Actor's Anti-Bullying Speech Over Political Activism and 'Lifestyle'"
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A Pennsylvania school district canceled actor and author Maulik Pancholy's upcoming speech against bullying at a middle school due to concerns about his activism and "lifestyle" as a gay man. The decision sparked criticism and accusations of homophobia from parents, students, and community members. Pancholy, known for his roles in TV shows and as an advocate for diversity in children's literature, expressed disappointment and emphasized the importance of representation and empathy in his work.
- School board cancels '30 Rock' actor's speech over concerns of activism, 'lifestyle' The Associated Press
- ’30 Rock’ star’s anti-bullying speech canceled in Pennsylvania school – ‘because he’s gay?’ ABC27
- Openly Gay Actor Subtly Skewers School Board That Nixed Talk Due to His 'Lifestyle' The Daily Beast
- C.V. superintendent blasts board over cancellation of '30 Rock' star's anti-bullying visit WHP Harrisburg
- Penn. School Board Cancels Gay '30 Rock' Actor's Anti-Bullying Talk Because of His Political Activism and 'Lifestyle' PEOPLE
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