Jump the Gun

Why is there controversy over this illustration?

I mean, so what if students see a cartoon representing the ever-dwindling number of locals compared to expats?

Isnt that the truth?

If so, then why the uproar and the "humiliation"? This is an example of us locals jumping the gun on what we deem scandalous... Its stated in the article that ill be confused over my national identity? WHAT?

This is ridiclous.