They’re one of the thousands of US teachers pledging to continue educating students about the controversial Critical Race Theory, which explains racism is embedded in US culture and politics.
The Kansas City teacher wrote "as our world becomes more diversified, I believe that it is more important to tell the story of all diverse cultures and nationalities. When history is taught more accurately, I believe that our world would be a more peaceful, safe, and united place to live. Ancient truths, and ancient histories are just as important as present day truth. All cultures stories and history deserve to be told accurately, and all diverse stories diverse to be included in diverse educational curriculums" when pledging to teach Critical Race Theory.
Though the concept was first suggested in the late 70’s, it has recently exploded as a contentious issue between the American right and left in the last two years.
Many who signed the pledge are defying state bans on the teachings. Arkansas, Idaho, Iowa, New Hampshire, Florida, Oklahoma, South Carolina and Tennessee have passed legislation banning discussions about the US being inherently racist.
Other states, such as Montana and Georgia, have denounced the teachings and are discussing a ban on critical race theory teachings.
In an interview with The Washington Free Beacon, Ashley Varner of the Freedom Foundation accused the Zinn Education Project of providing “left-leaning propaganda to teachers.”
| Teachers | Thoughts on Critical Race Theory |
|---|---|
| America Patton | as our world becomes more diversified, I believe that it is more important to tell the story of all diverse cultures and nationalities. When history is taught more accurately, I believe that our world would be a more peaceful, safe, and united place to live. Ancient truths, and ancient histories are just as important as present day truth. All cultures stories and history deserve to be told accurately, and all diverse stories diverse to be included in diverse educational curriculums. |
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