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A veteran biology professor, Dr. Johnson Varkey, has been fired from his teaching position at St. Philip’s College in San Antonio, Texas after an incident that occurred during a lecture. On November 28, 2022, four students walked out of his class when he discussed the topic of sex being determined by X and Y chromosomes. The students accused Varkey of making discriminatory comments about homosexuals, transgender individuals, engaging in anti-abortion rhetoric, and misogynistic banter. The professor, who has been teaching for over 20 years, maintains that his statements were based on scientific fact and his religious beliefs. The controversy has sparked a legal battle, with Varkey's lawyers demanding his reinstatement, citing violations of his First Amendment rights. The college has not publicly responded to the demands. This incident follows previous complaints from conservative-leaning professors at the institution, raising concerns about academic freedom and the handling of differing viewpoints. Stay tuned for further developments in this ongoing controversy.