Unlike many of you, I studiously avoid most of the talking heads that routinely appear on television. Up until the day of his unfortunate murder, I was completely unfamiliar with far-right influencer Charlie Kirk. From what I've since learned about him, I have little in common with him and disagree strongly with nearly all of his views. But like every one of us, he is entitled to the same respect and dignity that we all owe each other. I disagree strongly with my brother's political views, but he is still my brother. Some of my closest friends are ardent Trump supporters. We can still talk, and we're even able to talk about politics. There is no need to hate someone simply because he is Republican or Democrat. The whole point of a democratic republic is to encourage differences. And the First Amendment protects speech that you or I might find totally repugnant. Unfortunately, there are people who fail to understand this. The worst of these are people who are willing to use violence to suppress views they detest. And there are others who will actually celebrate this political violence. Unfortunately, one of these cheerleaders of political murder sits on Northampton County Council.
Kelly Keegan is the District member of NorCo Council, representing the Easton area. She is also employed by the Easton Area School District as a nurse. She reacted to the senseless murder of a relatively unknown far-right influencer on Facebook with "IDGAS (I don't give a shit), his life isn't different than anyone else's. Karma." She didn't like his insensitive comments about children and adults who were killed in a mass shooting.
She did not stop there. She also said, "He was a monster and his wife and kids are better off without him as is the rest of the world. Hopefully her next partner will respect women and children."
If Kelly Keegan respected human life, she would not have said these things. I think a person like her has no place representing the people of Northampton County or being near the children at Easton Area School District.
UPDATE 9/14/25 AT 11:45 AM: I have received some comments claiming that they are unable to see the newer comments. That is because they are on a new page. If you scroll to the bottom, you can open up the new page.
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«Oldest ‹Older 201 – 278 of 278The guy posted 90%. It’s not, however it’s really bad at the ivies. A quick search turns up this:
2023 survey
Liberal/Very Liberal: 77%
Conservative/Very Conservative: Less than 3%
The survey also showed that the majority of faculty disagreed with making a concerted effort to hire more conservative-leaning professors to increase ideological diversity.
So they don’t want more conservative voices. It’s way skewed liberal. If your a Jew at Harvard or Columbia look out. Horrible. It should be 50 50 like the country.
You have a right to say what you want, but that doesn’t make you immune to the consequences.
Thats unfair untrue and ridiculous
If the School Board & County Council don’t reprimand her, we, the voters should fire them.
Scott Janney
@9:29
Blaming Palestinian children for their suffering is deeply horrifying. Many Palestinians didn’t freely “choose” Hamas, elections in Gaza haven’t been held since 2006, and people who oppose Hamas risk harassment, imprisonment, or worse. Children, especially, have no voice in this and certainly cannot be held accountable for the politics around them. They are innocent, and starving or bombing them to punish Hamas is collective punishment, which violates international law. Criticizing the Israeli government’s actions is not the same as hating Jews — I have many Jewish friends who also oppose these policies and want peace and dignity for Palestinians. Wanting children to live, eat, and grow up safe isn’t anti-Israel, it’s simply human and having empathy.
Again, when the attack was on a Minnesota Dem and her husband, was there sympathy, empathy posted by some of the more hateful folks here? No excuse, means NO excuse for violence. But our fearless leader keeps stoking the division as he deliberately names only Repubican targets. He bears some responsibility for things like this.
Bernie: I would say 85% of people in America are horrified by this act. There is an element that has taken hold in the democrat party, my former party, that touts violence and hateful rhetoric. Good and decent people like you must drive these people out of the party. I follow Mark Penn and Doug Schoen, these guys are horrified at the far left element the is now controlling the party. The dems could get me back if they get rid of Ilmar Omar, Talib, Jamal Bowman, Zorhan Mandami, and yes, even though I know you like her, AOC. She's part of the problem, not the solution. The others on this list are her friends.
McClure is going to have to answer for his girl Kelly. Ryan is already firing up the ads LOL.
This right here is Kelly no doubt. It's always whataboutism.
What inflammatory rhetoric? She did this to herself, she put it on social media, Bernie is just reporting it. Thanks because I would have had no idea with had this kind of person serving on County Council.
It's Saturday morning and 48+ hours have passed since her evil and cruel tirade. EASD, why does this person still work for you? She certainly violated school employees' code of conduct and kids are still exposed to her. The only logical conclusion is that EASD agrees with her sentiments and supports her.
She is really a piece of S*** and should be censured by council as well as lose her job. I'd like to implure everyone here to send notice to the school district to have her fired. She doesn't deserve to continue to be employed by the school district. People have been fired from the school district for far less in the past.
Totally agree
@6:06
Who made it about race first?
Everything in America is tied to race because the nation itself was built on systems of racial hierarchy, from the genocide of Indigenous peoples, to slavery and segregation, to immigration policies designed to privilege whiteness. These foundations shaped who had access to land, wealth, education, and political power, creating generational advantages for some and barriers for others. Even today, racial inequities are deeply woven into housing, healthcare, policing, schools, and job markets, showing that racism is not just a relic of the past but an active structure that continues to shape opportunities and outcomes for marginalized groups. The present cannot be separated from this history, because the rules of the game were written with race at the center.
Y’all just mad when we pointed out to you.
Both she & Warren are embarrassing- ignorant fools who always spew nonsense!
Shes the absolute worst Council Member- ignorant & always looking to grab the spotlight!
you are an asshole with no common sense.
Bernie, you are joining many pundits who should know better in praising Kirk before learning about his project. Not knowing he was as a political commentator in 2025 is not only extremely irresponsible, but is kind of a tell that you shouldn’t be taken seriously.
His assassination is awful, and nobody should be afraid of violence if they speak their mind, but your belief here: “he is entitled to the same respect and dignity that we all owe each other” is one that he would not agreed with because he did not believe that all people are worthy of dignity and respect. His entire project was to push people towards Trump by convincing them that women, Black people, and non-Christians should not be granted the same rights that Christian white men enjoy. He practiced a deeply repugnant and anti-American brand of politics, and praising him validates his opposition to democracy. It’s bad that he’s dead, and bad that ignorant centrists are now pushing his project.
Keegan never fails to prove my point that she definitely has mental health issues!
You are contributing to a hit list being managed by a self-described white nationalist who is openly anti-Semitic
You are contributing to a hit list being managed by a self-described white nationalist who is openly anti-Semitic
6:45- you mean Charlie Kirk is the first school shooting Democrats cheered for guns.
I am so sorry I voted for her and encouraged others to vote for her. Lamont you better distance yourself quickly. And EASD get moving because I know three folks on my street are waiting for Monday morning to inquire if she has been placed on leave pending termination. Don't be a coward because of bullying tactics of her husband .and don't hide behind this is a confidential personnel matter. And if you don't know how to handle it go on Facebook and see how other school districts have handled this travesty.
This sure went viral yesterday. From X, TikTok, Facebook, and this blog it seems thousands of people are sharing, calling the school, calling the county, expressing their concerns. There is not a single child that comes from a Republican household safe in the care of Kelly Keegan. Nor is there a family in the EASD safe from retaliation and malevolence from Keegan allies THAT RUN EASD when such families are known adversaries of the Keegan's. Politics run deep. Let us not forget. Kelly's husband is running for school board.. If you think the school board does nothing now with Kelly, please think of the conflict of interest that will once again peek its ugly head if he gets elected. Amy Blum is another candidate to steer clear from. She is a longtime known Keegan puppet and Kelly has been instrumental in attempting to get her elected as a supervisor. One also cannot forget Tara as we know she and Keegan are McClure puppets
There is a family of evil here and it must be stopped.
This outage over Charlie Kirk has simply brought to light what many of us have known for years but the schools and county have allowed to fester behind their control.
Now the wheels are turning. Dont stop. And for God's sake Come out and Vote.
You sound little a little cuck lol
This woman deserves to be scrubbing floors in a McDonalds bathroom in the Chicago hood
It’s blowing up now. Shit I’ve never seen backlash like this on social media. Good luck Kelly lol.
Kelly is a vile human being. She outright wished death to those who chose not to vaccinate during covid. She calls parents dumb who do not vaccinate. She spews hate and does it while at work on taxpayer money (check time stamps of her posts; always posting at work.) She is untouchable at her job; EASD knows all about her and allows it. I applaud the person who has the balls to go against these underhanded and insufferable Keegan's
His views are NOT easily debunked & was not “wrong headed”. You just didn’t agree. And that’s fine.
Sorry, I disagree that the violence is propogated by the factions on the left that you mention. Yes, there are truly violent fringe groups on the left but they are nowhere near the numbers on the right. Case in point: https://www.wired.com/story/far-right-reactions-charlie-kirk-shooting-civil-war/. Both sides need to tamp down their violent factions, but I'm tired of the incorrect representation that each side has the same number of extremists willing to do violence. Most of the militias out there are right-wingers.
It’s all coming out now. Shooter shared an apartment with his transgender partner. Was totally indoctrinated to far left ideology. Nice try!
2:56 -- Her post made Libs of TikTok on X. Look there.
Bernie. The number of post keep going up but I don't see the new posts. Just wanted you to know
Wow, Bernie. You've done it now. Yes, she shouldn't have posted these kinds of comments on Facebook or wherever, but you likely have helped someone just get tossed from their job and, worse, perhaps endangered her safety. There is real vitriol here. You made a judgment call and invited everyone on the bandwagon. Watch out folks, you could be the next victim of Bernie's judgment calls and set off the pitch forks coming for you.
Just because you have freedom of speech does not mean you have freedom from consequences.
Bernie. New posts still not there. Fyi
Well Bernie, Just saw our little home grown made the big time and her name has been listed all over the internet with all the necessary details on contacting employer. I have to look up the meaning of the word "Karma." She was not at the Democratic table last night at Forks Community Days when I passed by last night. Would not be surprised if she checked herself into some alcohol rehab program to escape the heat. Wonder what her best bud Amy Blum candidate for the Democrats for Forks Township supervisor position thinks and maybe folks if you pass by the tent tonight you can see what they are saying. Here's looking at you too Lamont and do you think she will help your campaign? She is one of your best buds too.
From this point forward, I will only publish that relate to Keegan and her words. I've been a bit too lenient in allowing comments that really have nothing to do with her or what she said. Let me also add that attacking Jeff Warren over what Keegan said is unfair to him.
Who the fuck is doing the gaslighting here pal LOL.
Oh boy EASD has released a statement. It’s on 69 news. Kelly loves to push the envelope but she went too far this time with her hate!
Many people who have posted similar atrocities have lost their jobs. Kelly should be held accountable. As a professional with a license and in a position on council it would and should be a no trainer.
FYI school district did communicate on news and to parents related to someone's post and it being reviewed
https://www.facebook.com/watch?v=1452187859379806
Does hatred have home at East Penn School District and Northampton County Council?
We all have First amendment rights, but Understanding her obligation as a public figure and mentor to children as a nurse, and her responsibilities to her employers, she has jeapordized both her positions by publically using inappropriate language, violating school and county ethical policy, displayed discrimination and hatred. PA is an “at-will”employment state….termination can be for any or no reason, as long as it is not illegal…..let’s see where this goes with the teacher union and county .
It's Bernie's fault for noticing? You may be giving him too much credit/blame. Social media is where you publish things you want noticed. She has/had a zillion Facebook friends/followers. She's a public official. She wanted her comments to be widely noticed. Play stupid games and win stupid prizes. That's what stupid people do.
Checking X, BlueSky, TikTok this morning. Kelly is famous! Congratulations to a local celebrity! Her desire to get her words noticed worked!
Patti is not on the ballot for council in the general election. You missed Nadeem Qayyum.
The TV has the story and EASD is investigating. No names yet. The Zirinski campaign is quickly covering tracks and writing new comments. It's been heard at a demo conclave dinner that Keegan was to be part of the TZ administration, as she is a leader of the Zirinski campaign. This is a real conundrum.
An article said. She wants to bring integrity back to the school system Bahahaha. Scary person
https://www.mcall.com/2025/09/14/kelly-keegan-charlie-kirk-easton-area-school-district/
This blog post has 250 plus comments, yet Bernie posts stories about matters that have more impact on our daily lives than this and there are 20-30 comments, at best. Frankly, I’m rolling my eyes at a lot of these comments that decry hate, yet spew the same. We’re screwed as a society.
She is not fit to be a school employee, her hate and demented lack of compassion disqualifies her.
I am. A division commander in the Pink Pistols of the Lehigh Valley Chapter the right has declared war on the LGBTQIA+2S community and we accept the invitation bring on the Groypers and other little basement dwelling hobgoblins from R/The Donald we will render them like the pig's they are!
She is precisely the radical type of person that we NEED to keep out of our schools....yet she is among our children daily
And you need to get a life! She is an ignorant & useless member of Council that should immediately resign!
Koo Koo Keegan never fails to amaze me how ignorant she is!
Hate Speech at its finest, coming from an incredibly ignorant person, who has no business being a school nurse. She's the type that would check a student's parents Party affiliation before treating them!
Hate Speech at its finest, coming from an incredibly ignorant person, who has no business being a school nurse. She's the type that would check a student's parents Party affiliation before treating them!
I have a very hard time believing she earned a Nursing Degree- I wouldn't want her anywhere near my children!
County employees are held to a code of conduct on social media..SO SHOULD COUNCIL MEMBERS.
You reported it first and now it’s everywhere. Thank you.
Bottom line. A man was killed. Doesn't matter what he said what matters is that someone killed him for sharing his beliefs nonviolently and some very sick people celebrated this assassination. We live in the United States of America. This should upset everyone.
Keegan has NOTHING TO DO with Tara and her campaign. stop lying all the time.
Like the assassination, Keegan is a coward- but what makes her so dangerous is her stupidity. Charlie Kirk was a staunch defender of the 1st Amendment, and always encouraged debate, not violence.
This ignorant fool needs to be fired- immediately!
So Koo Koo Keegan celebrates the Assassination of someone having a debate with college students- tells you everything you need to know about this lunatic!
i luv this
What a disgusting human being- she needs to be fired immediately and resign her concil seat!
The faux outrage and MAGA tears about what she said is awesome. Love it. Kids get shot in the neck and head and back every day and radio silence from these goons. But, a wittle wady said something bigly bad about a podcaster who preached hatred, division, misogyny, et alia, and WOAH! - MAGA cries like bitches. They want to normalize the masses by making the "libtards" not have jobs because they don't have jobs. They so mad dear leadurr ain't makin' them rich. Nota bene: those I have unfortunately come into contact with, have a stench about them.
Bernie is there anything in the home rule charter or ethics to remove her from county council how would that process work, hopefully people speak their minds at the meeting and or even the next school district meeting
People need to flood county council meetings and demand she resign or at least demand council censures her if not more. In addition, they also should flood Easton school district meetings and also demand she is fired. No excuses.
Amen. She will someday meet her creator and he will be the judge.
...the second amendment is to blame? Not the nut case who shot him? Car wrecks kill 50k a year.... should we ban them?
Kirk said he preferred sympathy over empathy because you can never feel exactly what another person is feeling. Pretty logical explanation....and completely true. But of course, let's take it out of context to fit the false narrative.
This type of comment is in the extreme minority. Reasonable, normal, intelligent people with a soul do not justify the murder of an innocent man.
everything you just said has been taken out of context and twisted to fit your narrative. Thank God most rational and normal people see through the lies.
You didn't know who he was, but you know what he said. That makes sense.
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