Controversial School Board President Sparks Backlash Over Banned Book and Pedophile Comments.

The Temecula School Board President, Dr. Joseph Komrosky, has been criticized by Governor Gavin Newsom for blocking a history book that mentions Harvey Milk, a slain gay rights advocate. Komrosky called Milk a pedophile, which Newsom called "offensive." The book was optional for teachers to use and had already been piloted by over 45 teachers. The governor and Attorney General Rob Bonta released a statement urging the board to provide information on its decision-making process, and Newsom warned that there will be consequences for denying students the freedom to learn.