Mike Belcher, a public commentator active on social media, posted a series of statements on January 17, 2026, expressing strong opposition to what he described as attempts to “cancel” Kristin, the chairwoman of a committee on which he serves. The tweets also criticized government-run schools and discussed his willingness to defend his views.
In a post made at 15:53 UTC, Belcher wrote: “This was one of the more egregious cancel attempts I’ve ever seen – based on nothing.
They’re still trying to get a scalp.
We need to circle the wagons. If they can manufacture a lie to take down Kristin none of us will be safe.
Tell them we’re done with their bullshit.”
Later that day, at 17:08 UTC, Belcher addressed his perspective on education and his role within the committee: “I call government-run schools Leftist indoctrination centers every single day in public.
I’m also on that committee, and if you successfully cancel our Chairwoman there a chance I would take her place.
Be very careful what you wish for.”
In another statement at 17:23 UTC, Belcher commented further on his opposition to government-run schools by referencing extreme measures he would consider for his daughter’s education: “Under the current paradigm I would rather whisk away my daughter and cave hop like Bin Laden in the Appalachian mountains than send her to a government-run school.
You’d have to send DevGru to come vaporize my face before I gave up.”
Belcher’s remarks reflect ongoing debates about public education in the United States. In recent years, some critics have argued that public schools promote certain political or ideological perspectives. These criticisms have contributed to broader discussions about parental choice in education and increased scrutiny of curriculum content across various states.
The use of terms such as “cancel attempts” refers to campaigns aimed at removing individuals from positions due to controversial statements or actions—a phenomenon that has become more prominent with the rise of social media platforms. Belcher’s posts underscore concerns among some commentators about perceived threats to free expression and leadership roles within organizations when such campaigns occur.