UNA SGA president apologizes for saying LGBTQ people ‘must be born again'

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In a statement, the university’s communications and marketing department said that Statom’s post was “not representative” of the university’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.


“While we know how upsetting this social media post is to our LGBTQ+ community and others on the UNA campus, we also need to recognize that Mr. Statom and others have a right to freedom of speech, even when it is offensive to others,” the statement reads.


“We encourage students and other members of our campus community to continue to find ways to educate one another on diversity, equity, and inclusion issues; however, the University is not the appropriate venue or authority to resolve differences of religious or political opinion among private individuals. Ultimately, we only have control over our own reactions, thoughts, feelings, and responses. You, as an individual, have the right to respond or ignore opposing views, including those presented on social media by a student.”

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