Corey DeAngelis, a prominent school privatization activist, recently spoke out after videos surfaced showing his alleged involvement in gay pornographic videos. In a social media post, DeAngelis acknowledged his past decisions and influences, referring to himself as a victim who aims to prevent young people from facing similar situations. Despite receiving praise from conservative figures and being critical of what he views as “pornographic” content in school literature, DeAngelis did not directly respond to inquiries about the videos. He is known for his advocacy for school choice and parental rights, and has contributed to Project 2025, a policy roadmap for a potential second term under former President Trump.
DeAngelis’ role in Project 2025, which equates “transgender ideology” to “pornography” and suggests outlawing it, has drawn criticism from LGBTQ+ advocates who question his commitment to student safety. He has been vocal about his opposition to LGBTQ+ inclusive policies in schools, arguing in favor of school privatization and urging parents to opt for taxpayer-funded private schools. DeAngelis has authored a book, “The Parent Revolution,” promoted by Trump, which warns against popular public school books that promote what he refers to as “gender ideology” and “pornographic territory.” His nonprofit, Education Freedom Institute, advocates for “school choice” and receives support from conservative education organizations.
Following the emergence of the videos, DeAngelis has been placed on leave by the American Federation for Children, another conservative education nonprofit. Over the years, he has supported policies in California that would “out” transgender students to their parents and ban books discussing LGBTQ+ people. DeAngelis’ views on parental notification and LGBTQ+ inclusivity in schools have sparked controversy, with critics accusing him of prioritizing ideology over student welfare. Despite these controversies, DeAngelis remains a vocal advocate for school choice and a strong opponent of what he perceives as pornographic content in educational materials.
DeAngelis’ past involvement in gay pornographic videos has raised questions about his credibility as a school privatization activist and his dedication to student well-being. LGBTQ+ advocates have condemned his association with Project 2025, which seeks to outlaw “transgender ideology” and promotes policies that limit support for trans and non-binary students. The controversy surrounding DeAngelis highlights the broader debate over LGBTQ+ inclusion in schools and parental rights, with critics accusing him of promoting discriminatory policies and challenging the rights of marginalized students.
Despite facing scrutiny and criticism, DeAngelis continues to advocate for school choice and parental rights, and has received support from conservative figures and organizations. His past contributions to Project 2025 and his involvement in promoting policies that restrict LGBTQ+ inclusivity in schools have led to calls for accountability and transparency. As the debate over education and student welfare intensifies, DeAngelis remains a controversial figure in the ongoing discussions surrounding school privatization and LGBTQ+ rights.
