Penn State abruptly cancels event featuring Proud Boys founder
A swarm of angry students gathered to protest the event hosted by Uncensored America, a registered student organization on campus that advocates free speech, shouting chants such as"We are not afraid of the Proud Boys." The university said the specter of violence posed serious safety concerns.
Penn State iterated its qualms Monday with the speakers lined up for the event, which included McInnes and right-wing provocateur Alex Stein. The Proud Boys are a right-wing organization that has mustered legal scrutiny from the Justice Department for the activities of some of its members around the Capitol riot. McInnes has distanced himself from the controversial group he helped create.
As students protest outside the Thomas Building, Alex Stein arrived at Penn State for his"comedy show" with Proud Boys founder Gavin McInnes. pic.twitter.com/SqidiQH8bm Following the cancellation of Gavin McInnes' “Stand Back and Stand By” event, “We Are Not Afraid Of Proud Boys” chants have broken out. pic.twitter.com/KvDt6XGnzs
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