Northampton County Council condemns political violence after uproar over Charlie Kirk …

EASTON, Pa. — Northampton County Council on Thursday formally condemned political violence and called for civility after residents denounced Councilwoman Kelly Keegan over a social media post about slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Keegan, who also is a nurse supervisor for Easton Area School District, sparked backlash for Facebook comments attributed to her about Kirk, who was assassinated during an event in Utah. In at least one Facebook post, she allegedly wrote that Kirk was “a monster” and that “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.” County council unanimously approved a resolution condemning political violence and calling for civility after many residents in a packed meeting called for unity amid political divisiveness following Kirk’s death. The residents also expressed dismay for Keegan’s alleged words that they said contributed to the growing divide. Above all, most speakers pressed council to call for Keegan’s resignation or impose consequences. Others also said they believe Easton Area School Board should fire Keegan and for the state Board of Nursing to revoke her license. Al Smith, of Nazareth, spoke at the meeting, noting his affiliation with the
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