they listened and the resignation is happening. thanks to everyone who signed and held the line on this one because it really shows what happens when we stick together. keep watching to make sure things actually change for the better on campus.
August 17, 2020
The People of the State of West Virginia support Law Enforcement officers
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We the citizens of the great state of West Virginia do hereby demand that West Virginia University, a public institution, asks for the immediate resignation of Meshea L. Poore, Vice President for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Her demand that W.P. Chedester , Chief of University Police resign from his position because he displayed a “thin blue line” flag in his own home, belies the very nature of her position and is completely counter to the concepts of “inclusion”, “diversity” and ”equity”. The so-called “Thin Blue Line” flag in no way represents racist ideals, anti-minority sentiments, or anything else other than support for people who do a very hard job every day. This line of thinking does NOT represent the thoughts or wishes of this state.
By signing this petition, you are telling Dr. E. Gordon Gee and the administration of West Virginia University that the state does not support the current “cancel culture” trend, nor will we stand for the infringement of the First Amendment of the United States Constitution
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Reached 100 supporters
July 18, 2020
57 Comments
Chief Chedester is doing nothing wrong and should not be sanctioned in any way. Ms. Poore, however, should be fired and replaced by someone who understands that free speech is not reserved only for those who share their opinions.
Why is black lives matter O.K. But blue lives not ?..... and this person claims to have “degree” !!!
Time stop following the haters group think and come back to supporting our law abiding police officers. These protectors, and hero's need to be recognized, not demonized. I will fly the thin blue flag as my cover photo on my face book page in support of W.P. Chedester, Chief of University Police. The protests and outrage from the alleged "BLM" groups (and I don't believe they are in control anymore), have become disgracefully bad.
The pressure being put on the WVU police chief is a violation of his first amendment rights. Besides that is an extreme overreaction.
As a VP of Diversity and Inclusion. She has shown that she is on devise and not inclusive. She needs to back and support the Chief of Police.
I love WVSP
We love our Law Enforcement. They keep me portected from harm and yes these officers just doing their jobs. If u break the law then guess what u get to meet our Law Enforcement, it doesn't matter what color you are. U do the crime u do the time, just as simple as that.
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they listened and the resignation is happening. thanks to everyone who signed and held the line on this one because it really shows what happens when we stick together. keep watching to make sure things actually change for the better on campus.
August 17, 2020
The People of the State of West Virginia support Law Enforcement officers
Final supporters
We the citizens of the great state of West Virginia do hereby demand that West Virginia University, a public institution, asks for the immediate resignation of Meshea L. Poore, Vice President for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Her demand that W.P. Chedester , Chief of University Police resign from his position because he displayed a “thin blue line” flag in his own home, belies the very nature of her position and is completely counter to the concepts of “inclusion”, “diversity” and ”equity”. The so-called “Thin Blue Line” flag in no way represents racist ideals, anti-minority sentiments, or anything else other than support for people who do a very hard job every day. This line of thinking does NOT represent the thoughts or wishes of this state.
By signing this petition, you are telling Dr. E. Gordon Gee and the administration of West Virginia University that the state does not support the current “cancel culture” trend, nor will we stand for the infringement of the First Amendment of the United States Constitution
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Reached 100 supporters
July 18, 2020
57 Comments
Ridiculous to say the least to demand this mans job over a blue line representation IN HIS HOME?!?! You will find the same flag in my home and Office. This flag honors those that serve or have served in law enforcement and the lives lost protecting communities. Stop trying to make it something it isn’t because it fits your warped ideaology!
Chief Chedester is doing nothing wrong and should not be sanctioned in any way. Ms. Poore, however, should be fired and replaced by someone who understands that free speech is not reserved only for those who share their opinions.
Why is black lives matter O.K. But blue lives not ?..... and this person claims to have “degree” !!!
Time stop following the haters group think and come back to supporting our law abiding police officers. These protectors, and hero's need to be recognized, not demonized. I will fly the thin blue flag as my cover photo on my face book page in support of W.P. Chedester, Chief of University Police. The protests and outrage from the alleged "BLM" groups (and I don't believe they are in control anymore), have become disgracefully bad.
The pressure being put on the WVU police chief is a violation of his first amendment rights. Besides that is an extreme overreaction.
As a VP of Diversity and Inclusion. She has shown that she is on devise and not inclusive. She needs to back and support the Chief of Police.
I love WVSP
We love our Law Enforcement. They keep me portected from harm and yes these officers just doing their jobs. If u break the law then guess what u get to meet our Law Enforcement, it doesn't matter what color you are. U do the crime u do the time, just as simple as that.
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Ridiculous to say the least to demand this mans job over a blue line representation IN HIS HOME?!?! You will find the same flag in my home and Office. This flag honors those that serve or have served in law enforcement and the lives lost protecting communities. Stop trying to make it something it isn’t because it fits your warped ideaology!