September 13, 2025 - 04:44
Middletown – Earlier today, Farmington Board of Education Chairman Bill Beckert sparked outrage with a troubling response to the murder of Charlie Kirk. In a social media post, Beckert wrote, “They reap what they sow,” seemingly celebrating the tragic event.
Connecticut Republican Party Chairman Ben Proto condemned Beckert's remarks, stating, “As the official responsible for the education of Farmington’s children, you’d expect Mr. Beckert to show restraint and basic decency. Instead, he celebrated the brutal murder of a young husband and father of two, whose only ‘crime’ was having an opinion. That is grotesque. It is a betrayal of the values every educator and public servant should embody.”
This incident has ignited a fierce debate about the responsibilities of public officials and the role of educators in fostering a respectful and safe environment for all. Many are calling for accountability and reflection on the impact of such statements in a deeply divided society.
