Pennsylvania school board reinstates talk by ‘30 Rock’ actor after canceling over his ‘lifestyle’

A school board in Pennsylvania reversed its unanimous decision to cancel a speech by former “30 Rock” actor and anti-bullying advocate Maulik Pancholy over concerns about his activism and “lifestyle.” The decision sparked a backlash from students, parents and community members who felt the board canceled Pancholy’s appearance because he is gay. After two weeks of outcry, the Cumberland Valley School District’s school board held a special meeting Wednesday that resulted in a 5-4 vote to reinstate Pancholy’s visit to …