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Sacramento High School Faces Backlash Over Student Newspaper's Hitler Quote

A controversial decision to publish a pro-Hitler quote in a high school newspaper has sparked a debate on free speech and editorial responsibility.

  • C. K. McClatchy High School's journalism adviser was placed on leave after the student newspaper included a quote praising Hitler.
  • The quote, part of a list of overheard comments, led to meetings with local Jewish leaders and discussions on antisemitism.
  • Experts argue the adviser's suspension may violate California's legal protections for student press freedom.
  • The school and community are using the incident as a teachable moment to address hate speech and journalistic ethics.
  • The incident has intensified discussions about the rise in antisemitism and the responsibilities of student journalists.
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