No new teachers sign the pledge the week before. It now has two pledges from Palmdale teachers by the end of the week ending Jan. 22.
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.
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. Arizona, Idaho, Iowa, New Hampshire, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee and Texas have passed legislation banning discussions about the US being inherently racist.
Other states, such as Montana and South Dakota, have denounced the teachings without passing specific legislation.
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 |
|---|---|
| Alia Latorre | I believe that truth is a necessity if we want to dismantle the systemic prejudices we see in all facets of our society. Truth-filled minds will pave the way forward as new generations grow to become what America always should have been for all people. |
| Tynisha Edwards | One,The truth should never be erased. If you don't know history and truth you are doomed to repeat it's failures. |
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