
A Kentucky school board chairman resigned in disgrace after a Facebook post allegedly urging people to “shoot Republicans” resurfaced—exposing the festering double standards and dangerous rhetoric poisoning our institutions from the inside out.
At a Glance
- Kentucky school board chairman Jeffrey Miller resigned after a Facebook post urging violence against Republicans went public.
- The post was made in 2018 but resurfaced in 2025, sparking outrage and calls for his immediate resignation from parents, community members, and state officials.
- State Rep. Steven Doan (R) led the charge for accountability, stating Miller’s words were an attack on community safety and decency.
- The Erlanger-Elsmere School Board is now seeking Miller’s replacement, with three more board seats up for election in 2026.
Violence from the Top: School Board Chairman’s Post Crosses the Line
Jeffrey Miller, once chairman of the Erlanger-Elsmere Independent School District Board in Northern Kentucky, is out of a job after a Facebook post surfaced that should make anyone with a shred of common sense sick to their stomach. Miller’s 2018 post, unearthed in the heat of 2025 political tensions, didn’t merely criticize—it called for Republicans to be shot, with a wink and a nod. This isn’t satire. This isn’t “just a joke.” This is a public official, trusted with the education of children, openly fantasizing about violence against half his own community. The post read: “i’d be ok with the NRA if these psychos were just once the victims of a mass shooting. WINK WINK: please shoot republicans.” That’s the kind of “tolerant” and “inclusive” mindset we’re supposed to let run our schools? It took parents, community watchdogs, and finally State Representative Steven Doan (R) to drag this mess into the sunlight.
Let’s not kid ourselves: If a conservative school board member had posted anything remotely as violent or hateful about Democrats or the left, the media would already have his house staked out and his career in ashes before breakfast. But when it’s a left-leaning official spouting off about shooting Republicans? Silence, deflection, or a limp apology—if there’s any coverage at all. That’s the double standard we’re living under, and people are fed up.
Community Responds: Pressure Mounts, Resignation Accepted
Once the 2018 post came to light—brought forward by concerned constituents in the spring of 2025—the pressure built quickly. Parents worried for their children’s safety and the example being set at the very top. Republican and independent voters, who make up a significant chunk of the district, felt threatened and betrayed. State Rep. Doan didn’t mince words: he demanded Miller resign, calling the post “an outrageous attack on the safety and decency of our community.” The school board, after what can only be described as an excruciating delay, finally accepted Miller’s resignation on July 10, 2025. The board has remained tight-lipped, but Doan publicly thanked everyone who made sure the truth saw daylight and called on the community to get involved in picking new, responsible leadership.
The seat Miller vacated is now open for applicants, with a deadline of August 8 and a final decision by September 8. Sarah Shackelford-Ross is stepping in as the new chairperson, but the message is clear: the community will not tolerate leaders who use their platform to spew threats—no matter which side of the aisle they claim to represent.
The Fallout: Trust, Safety, and the Example Set for Our Kids
What’s left in Miller’s wake is a district scrambling to restore trust. Board members are now under the microscope, with parents and citizens demanding higher standards and real accountability. The furor isn’t just about one man’s bad judgment—it’s about the culture that lets this garbage fester until someone finally says “enough.” The board has opened applications for Miller’s replacement, but three more seats are up for grabs in 2026. If the left thought they could quietly sideline this scandal, they thought wrong. The community is mobilized, the spotlight isn’t fading, and the days of “do as I say, not as I do” are coming to an end in Kentucky’s schools.
This is about more than just a Facebook post. It’s about the expectation that our leaders—especially those in charge of shaping young minds—model respect, decency, and common sense. When officials cross lines like this, they don’t just embarrass themselves—they erode the very fabric of trust holding communities together. The message from parents, taxpayers, and anyone who cares about the future is simple: enough is enough. Public officials who can’t control their impulses or respect the people they serve have no business making decisions for our kids.
Sources:
WCPO: Local news coverage of resignation and community response
WKRC: Details on board process, statements from Rep. Doan, and next steps for the district