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Greg Evans
Feb 12, 2019
Donald Trump Jr has taken an unprecedented shot at 'loser teachers' who he has claimed are trying to indoctrinate socialism to children.
Speaking ahead of his father's rally in El Paso, Texas, Trump Jr whipped up supporters into a frenzy before Trump promoted plans for his border wall.
During his speech Trump Jr criticised teachers and told 'young conservatives' to 'keep up that fight' and 'bring it to your schools.'
The 41-year-old said:
You know what I love? I love seeing some young conservatives, ’cuz I know it’s not easy.
Keep up that fight, bring it to your schools. You don’t have to be indoctrinated by these loser teachers that are trying to sell you on socialism from birth. You don’t have to do it.
.@DonaldJTrumpJr's message to young conservatives: "Keep up that fight. Bring it to your schools. You don't have to… https://t.co/hhmtpMw1GF— Aaron Rupar (@Aaron Rupar) 1549936858
Trump Jr's unprovoked comment drew the ire of teachers on social media who were outraged that a man in his position would not only lash out at them but also brand them losers.
“Loser teachers” should go over well with the one in five American Federation of Teachers members who voted for Tru… https://t.co/Tpze03YHyy— Shannon Watts (@Shannon Watts) 1549948495
Is this a new GOP slogan?
“loser teachers” reveals more about Don Jr. than he realizes https://t.co/29r4dJUwPx— Mark Follman (@Mark Follman) 1549954469
Kionne McGhee, a Democratic member of the Florida House of Representatives, whose wife is a teacher was particularly critical in his response to Trump Jr's words.
Loser teacher? This hate has taken on an entirely new dimension. My wife is a teacher. To give young, growing minds… https://t.co/4XHQURhWoN— Kionne “Commish” McGhee (@Kionne “Commish” McGhee) 1549973018
This image also looks a little awkward now.
"And a big shout out to all the loser teachers with us here today." https://t.co/FyssU2vSyr— Schooley (@Schooley) 1549953933
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