critical race theory
Where Things Stand: National Teachers Unions Vow To Defend Educators Punished Over Critical Race Theory 
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While the conservative fever swamps’ fear mongering over critical race theory intensifies to new, unhinged heights, the nation’s largest teachers unions are vowing to stand behind educators if they are punished due to new state laws that try to limit or outright ban critical discussions on race, discrimination and the role it plays in American history.
Where Things Stand: Abbott Is Latest GOPer To Boost Critical Race Theory Hysteria
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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) signed an anti-critical race theory bill into law on Tuesday, and Texas become the latest red state to adopt legislation that bans certain topics on race and racism from being discussed in the classroom.