Teacher fired for bumper stickers

There are differences between public and private sector employment. My comment that you quote was general and not specific to this particular case.

As for public teachers, there is a clear distinction between writing op-eds on your own time and on-the-job conduct. Any comments, displays, or demonstrations on school property are generally considered part of on-the-job conduct.

There is also the issue of public pressure. Any teacher unlucky enough to incite the ire of voters is likely to find themselves unemployed. Given enough public pressure, a school board and administration will find a way to rid themselves of a problem teacher. It might not be easy, or pretty, but given enough pressure a way will be found.

Tom