The Sarasota County School Board in Florida has recommended the resignation of board member Bridget Ziegler due to her husband’s involvement in a sexual assault investigation. Bridget Ziegler, who is a co-founder of the conservative Moms for Liberty group, has been under scrutiny after her husband, Christian Ziegler, was accused of raping a woman. The board cannot directly remove Bridget Ziegler, but has passed a resolution asking her to step down.
Despite the board’s recommendation, Bridget Ziegler voted against the resolution and has not indicated that she will resign. Several community members have called for her resignation, staging a protest outside the board meeting with signs that read “Ban Bridget, not books” and “Real women aren’t homophobes.” However, some board members believe it is ultimately up to Bridget Ziegler to decide whether to quit.
The Sarasota Police Department is investigating the rape allegation against Christian Ziegler, who has denied the accusations and remains as the Republican Party state chairman. The Zieglers’ involvement in conservative politics, including advocating for laws like “Don’t Say Gay,” has drawn criticism from Democrats and LGBTQ activists who see their actions as hypocritical.
The situation has sparked controversy within the Republican Party in Florida, with calls for Christian Ziegler to step down as party chair. The Zieglers’ involvement in conservative causes and their personal lives have collided, leading to a heated debate within the community and the political sphere.
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