Oklahoma Students Walk Out in Protest Over Nex Benedict's Death and Bullying Policies

Students at Owasso High School in Oklahoma walked out to protest the school's bullying policies following the death of 16-year-old Nex Benedict, who faced bullying due to his gender identity and died after a fight at the school. The students believe that the school's policies are ineffective in addressing bullying and creating a safe environment for LGBTQ+ students. The walkout was not political but aimed at raising awareness about the pervasive culture of bullying at the school. The school claims to take reports of bullying seriously and has procedures in place to address such behavior, but students feel that their reports are often not believed or result in no meaningful change.