Special education teacher resigns and apologizes after viral video threatens Trump voters

A special education teacher in Connecticut has resigned after a viral video surfaced of her arguing and threatening violence and harm to supporters of President-elect Trump.

The viral video allegedly featured Cheshire educator Annie Dunleavy threatening to “handle” supporters of Trump.

“Just because you won doesn’t mean we can’t remember who the f— you voted for,” Dunleavy says in the clip on the social media site. “Please don’t test your gangsterism on me or you’ll end up on a stretcher, gone forever. Seriously.”

“If you voted for Trump, please delete me, block me, get rid of all of me or go to me so I know what’s wrong and I can deal with you as I see fit,” she added. “Please just come forward, we know.”

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On Monday, Cheshire Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Jeff Sloan in a statement that he was made aware of the Snapchat video over the weekend that allegedly showed Dunleavy making the threats.

“Unfortunately, it came to my attention over the weekend that someone had taken a video of one of our teachers sharing what she intended to be a private message to her group on Snapchat. She was expressing her personal opinion and not Cheshire’s Opinions Public Schools, read the statement.

“That being said, it is immediately clear that it will be impossible to conduct business as usual for our students and staff without temporarily removing the teacher from the building, so we have done so pending the outcome of the investigation,” Sloan continued.

In a statement sent to Fox News Digital, Sloan said Dunleavy has since resigned after his initial statement was issued.

“I am writing to inform you that Annie Dunleavy, our teacher who made the social media post I referenced in Monday’s email, has announced that she is resigning her employment with Cheshire Public Schools effective immediately, Sloan wrote.

Sloan added that comments in the video do not reflect the position of the school system.

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“They were hurtful, deeply troubling and ultimately undermined the faith that our society has placed in us,” Sloan continued. “As the leader of this school system, I feel terrible about the anguish this has caused our community, and I look forward to returning our focus to the great work that our educators do every day.”

The Cheshire Police Department also acknowledged the video and said they are investigating the incident.

“The Cheshire Police Department is aware of the recent social media post that has gone viral involving an employee of the Town of Cheshire Board of Education,” the statement read. “When the nature of the position became aware, an investigation was initiated.”

Police added that there were no further details about the investigation at this time, but that Dunleavy would not be charged with any crimes.

Sen. Rob Sampson of Connecticut issued a statement condemning the video, saying the behavior is inappropriate for an elementary school teacher and “deeply troubling behavior.”

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“This type of behavior must not be tolerated in any school system,” Sampson said. “Educators bear the critical responsibility of fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive environment for all students, regardless of their or their parents’ beliefs. The remarks in this video raise serious concerns about this individual’s ability to uphold this standard and protect the well- be of students in her care.”

“Unfortunately, incidents like this reveal a worrying hypocrisy on the part of the radicalized political left, who often accuse those on the right of bigotry and intolerance without evidence,” he added.

“As a state senator, I am fully committed to eliminating political bias from our classrooms. Education should equip students to think critically and independently, not impose personal or political views on them. Unfortunately, incidents like this reveal a troubling hypocrisy on the part of the politically radicalized the left, which often accuses those on the right of bigotry and intolerance without evidence, should apply across the board,” — Connecticut state Sen. Rob Sampson, R-District 80

Sampson also sent a letter to Sloan expressing his concerns about “the hostile language and clear threats expressed” in the video.

“It is my belief that the nature of these remarks necessitates immediate action as this behavior is beyond acceptable and sends a damaging message to society. Disciplinary action, in this case, should clarify that such behavior cannot and will not be tolerated in Cheshire Public Schools,” the letter read.

The Connecticut Educator’s Association (CEA) acknowledged the video and told Fox News Digital in a statement that they called for a “civil discussion” and maintaining a positive environment in schools.

“CEA values ​​the right to free speech and respects the diverse opinions of our members. We know emotions can run high after an election, and we encourage everyone to engage in respectful conversations as part of our democratic process. Keeping our discussions civil and focused is important to maintaining a positive environment in our schools, we must continue to share our views constructively while prioritizing respect, unity and our shared commitment to educate and care for our students,” said CEA President Kate Dias.

Dunleavy has since apologized for the video and appeared on NEWS 8 WTNH.com to explain her side of the story and talk about her remorse for what she said.

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“I was in a moment of high emotion and I shouldn’t have posted,” Dunleavy told the news station in an exclusive interview. “The message came out wrong, which was if this was going to give people permission in their minds to commit violence against women, I would say, I’m not going down without a fight.

“I will fight for myself, and if someone were to try to hurt me, I would protect myself.”