No new teachers sign the pledge the week before. It now has one pledge from St. Augustine teachers by the end of the week ending Aug. 14.
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 new St. Augustine teacher wrote “It is important to me that future generations know the truth about our american history and that of the entire world. Only then, can they be fully informed to live their lives and develop meaningful and healthy relationships with a diverse group of individuals. The future of our country and civilization depends on it.” 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. 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 |
|---|---|
| Clarissa Jones | It is important to me that future generations know the truth about our american history and that of the entire world. Only then, can they be fully informed to live their lives and develop meaningful and healthy relationships with a diverse group of individuals. The future of our country and civilization depends on it. |
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