PHOENIX, ARIZONA — A planned appearance by conservative commentator Erika Kirk at a north Phoenix high school has sparked backlash from students and parents, highlighting ongoing tensions around political speakers in school settings.
The event, scheduled to take place at Pinnacle High School, comes shortly after a reportedly low turnout at a recent college event associated with Turning Point USA. The organization, which is active on many campuses across the country, is now focusing more attention on high school audiences through affiliated student groups.
However, the upcoming visit has not been widely welcomed.
