House committee tables bill banning “divisive concepts”
Oliver gave examples of teachers attempting to teach children to accept communism, socialism and Marxism.
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Alabama Senate committee approves “divisive concepts” bill
The bill doesn’t include the phrase “Critical Race Theory” but its definitions of “divisive concepts” clearly aim to ban the teaching of CRT.
Bill banning “divisive concepts” such as CRT criticized by teachers, officials
Critics say the bill chills difficult discussions about the reality of America's past abuses and failures.
Two-thirds of Americans say schools fall short in teaching Black History
Alabama's fight against Critical Race Theory has created confusion about what Black history can and cannot be taught in schools.
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See recent postsVacant Republicans get free pass from voters
Unless voters hold these wannabe leaders accountable, make them answer hard questions, they won’t.
Alabama House Republicans unveil 2022 agenda
Many issues on the agenda are not a surprise: banning Critical Race Theory, allowing permitless carry, expanding rural broadband and more.
Priscilla Yother announces her campaign for the Alabama State Board of Education
Yother, a longtime resident of Etowah County, has served as a public school elementary educator and principal for 36 years.
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See recent posts2022 legislative session: rational or irrational?
A gander at pre-filed bills shows some in the Legislature reject the principles embraced by the nation's founders.
Josh Moon’s top 5 stories of 2021
A look back at my top stories from the past year.
University of Alabama Faculty Senate formally opposes ban of Critical Race Theory
The University of Alabama Faculty Senate has officially passed a resolution stating its opposition to legislation banning critical race theory.