Former Principal Sues Over LGBTQ+ Discrimination | Milwaukee News

A former Wisconsin school principal, Jeffrey Peterson — a 30-year educator and past Principal of the Year — is suing his district for firing him because he’s gay. He claims a coordinated effort by certain board members and anti-LGBTQ+ activists, including those tied to Moms for Liberty, targeted him after his sexuality became public. Allegations include false accusations spread via an anonymous letter, a retaliatory poor evaluation, and a 4-1 vote against renewing his contract. Peterson says his career collapsed after his dismissal, leaving him unemployed for a year — and that without his identity, this wouldn’t have happened. The case highlights a troubling pattern of discrimination in education and is now moving forward in court. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2fa9e7f0d42142ba