In a world where social media can boost your career or end it quicker than a microwave popcorn bag, one fella found himself straddling the line between employment and unemployment—mostly because he seems to have mistaken his social media account for a public forum where he could discourse on the finer points of advocating for, well, let’s call it “creative law enforcement interpretations.”

You see, after defending a police officer’s decision to take down a violent criminal, who was also, unfortunately, a son of another father, this guy got himself fired in the manner of a poorly timed joke at a funeral. Instead of keeping his opinions off social media like most sensible folks, he posted his thoughts about a local incident where a police officer had to defend himself against a suspect. That’s when the “Oh no, he didn’t!” wave crashed into his world, taking down his job with it.

Now, here’s where things get hilariously tangled. Our main character, let’s call him “Mr. Misguided,” seems to think that he can vocally back a criminal act on social media and keep his job at a respectable company. Spoiler alert: that’s like bringing a live chicken to a vegan cafe—you’re bound to ruffle some feathers! Instead of taking accountability like a champ, he’s now faced with the task of explaining to his two daughters why Daddy’s new office is, well, his couch.

In a twist that would make any soap opera writer proud, Mr. Misguided then decided it was time to play the victim card. Because what’s more beneficial than blaming your situation on everyone but yourself? Nothing! So, he hopped online and expressed his confusion about being fired for supporting a violent criminal. Newsflash, buddy—that’s not considered a great look in most employers’ eyes, especially those who deal in socially responsible practices. It’s like getting a parking ticket and then being mad at the car you were driving.

Then, we get the icing on this not-so-delicious cake. Our lost hero created a GoFundMe page, hoping for a nice collection of donations. Because nothing says “I need a helping hand” like asking for cash after publicly supporting behavior that even a goldfish would know is dubious at best. He’s out there asking for sympathy bucks while completely ignoring the implications of his “freedom of speech.” Pro tip: your freedom to say what you want doesn’t include the freedom from consequences.

And just like that, Mr. Misguided is left staring at the walls of his empty living room, pondering life choices while trying to explain to his kids why they can’t have pizza because he’s tapped out on cash. So here’s a nugget for him and anyone in a similar boat: if you wouldn’t say it in front of your boss during an office meeting, maybe rethink hitting “post.” Because the only thing more expensive than your freedom of speech is losing a job you probably needed—especially when there’s a family depending on you. Now there’s a sacrifice that hits close to home!