OLATHE, Kan. —

A principal’s request over staff clothing has sparked a heated free speech debate in the Olathe School District.

The controversy began after the principal at Arbor Creek Elementary asked some staff members not to wear T-shirts bearing the word “Freedom.” Advertisement

The shirts were similar to those worn by conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, who was killed in a shooting last month.

Parents expressed concerns as they picked up their children from school this week.

“There’s folks, not even associated with the school, who are saying really nasty things about the principal,” said parent Andrew Meredith.

The situation escalated after a screenshot of the principal’s request circulated online.

Some parents argued the shirts were political and urged the principal to ban

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