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RCAS wanted his book destroyed. Instead, he helped build a blueprint for overcoming book bans

Tuesday, December 10th, 2024

via Rapid City Journal (South Dakota)

RCAS wanted David Eggers book destroyed. Then he built a blueprint for overcoming book bans.

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Column: Black women say they’re exhausted after election, but won’t give up activism

Tuesday, December 10th, 2024

via Austin American-Statesman (Texas)

Columnist Suzette Hackney talked to Black women around the country about how they're recovering from the 2024 election and planning for the future.

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Justice Dept. reports ‘unlawful and unconstitutional’ conduct at Worcester PD

Tuesday, December 10th, 2024

via Lowell Sun (Massachusetts)

BOSTON — On Monday, the Justice Department reported findings from an investigation into conduct by the city of Worcester and the Worcester Police Department (WPD), finding both engage in a pattern …

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Realtors’ Nonprofit Is Politically Motivated, Some Say

Monday, December 9th, 2024

via The New York Times (Minnesota)

The National Association of Realtors has created a nonprofit that gives more heavily to one side of the political aisle and to groups that have little to do with real estate and housing.

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Educational issues expected to dominate legislative session

Sunday, December 8th, 2024

via Valley News (New Hampshire)

Speaking before the N.H. House on Wednesday, Rep. Steven Smith of Charlestown said the Legislature has a chance in the coming months to solve education funding problems before a court imposes a solution on the state.The N.H. Supreme Court is...

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Wyoming school superintendents share thoughts on U.S. Department of Education

Saturday, December 7th, 2024

via Casper Star-Tribune (Wyoming)

President-elect Donald Trump's Agenda 47 campaign pledged to close the Department of Education in Washington, D.C., in an effort to send all education work back to the states.

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‘Critical race theory’ takes heat from GOP lawmakers on House education panel

Saturday, December 7th, 2024

via Hays Daily News (Kansas)

Republican lawmakers railed against what they called 'woke' curriculum in schools during a Wednesday hearing in a U.S. House education panel, the latest example of culture wars rocking public education policy.

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A Mississippi Teacher Created a School in an Empty Storefront. Students Showed Up.

Saturday, December 7th, 2024

via The New York Times (Texas)

The desks came out of a dumpster, and the computers are hand-me-downs. But students say Abundance Academy is a haven from bullying and crowded classes.

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Texas lawmakers are scrutinizing university professors’ influence. Here’s how faculty shape their universities.

Friday, December 6th, 2024

via The Texas Tribune (Texas)

Faculty senates have long played a key role in developing curriculum and protecting open inquiry. State leaders have also accused them of liberal indoctrination.

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‘Critical race theory’ takes heat from GOP lawmakers on House education panel • Ohio Capital Journal

Thursday, December 5th, 2024

via Ohio Capital Journal (Ohio)

Republican lawmakers railed against what they called 'woke' curriculum in schools during a Wednesday hearing in a U.S. House education panel, the latest example of culture wars rocking public…

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‘Critical race theory’ takes heat from GOP lawmakers on House education panel • Wisconsin Examiner

Thursday, December 5th, 2024

via Wisconsin Examiner (Wisconsin)

'Woke' curriculum in schools was the target of Republican lawmakers and guests during a Wednesday hearing in a U.S. House education panel

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‘Critical race theory’ takes heat from GOP lawmakers on House education panel • Missouri Independent

Thursday, December 5th, 2024

via Missouri Independent (Missouri)

WASHINGTON — Republican lawmakers railed against what they called 'woke' curriculum in schools during a Wednesday hearing in a U.S. House education panel, the latest example of culture wars rocking…

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National Center for Civil and Human Rights opens virtual learning portal

Thursday, December 5th, 2024

via Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Georgia)

In 2022, the Georgia House of Representatives, following a familiar playbook used by Republicans across the country, approved legislation that limited what could be taught about race in the state's public classroom.

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‘Critical race theory’ takes heat from GOP lawmakers on House education panel • New Hampshire Bulletin

Thursday, December 5th, 2024

via New Hampshire Bulletin (New Hampshire)

Republican lawmakers railed against what they called 'woke' curriculum in schools during a Wednesday hearing in a U.S. House education panel, the latest example of culture wars rocking public…

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‘Critical race theory’ takes heat from GOP lawmakers on House education panel • Michigan Advance

Wednesday, December 4th, 2024

via Michigan Advance (Michigan)

WASHINGTON — Republican lawmakers railed against what they called 'woke' curriculum in schools during a Wednesday hearing in a U.S. House education panel, the latest example of culture wars rocking…

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‘Critical race theory’ takes heat from GOP lawmakers on House education panel • Georgia Recorder

Wednesday, December 4th, 2024

via Georgia Recorder (Georgia)

WASHINGTON — Republican lawmakers railed against what they called 'woke' curriculum in schools during a Wednesday hearing in a U.S. House education panel, the latest example of culture wars rocking…

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Who is Florida Lt. Gov Jeanette Nuñez? DeSantis might be Trump’s next pick for Pentagon

Wednesday, December 4th, 2024

via The Palm Beach Post (Florida)

Rumors are swirling that President-elect might name Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to lead the Pentagon to replace nominee Pete Hegseth. What happens then?

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Black California students want more support. A new law names colleges that serve them best

Wednesday, December 4th, 2024

via CalMatters (California)

A new California law creates a Black-Serving Institution designation for colleges and universities that excel in supporting student success.

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Give It Up, D.C. Our 2024 Giving Guide

Monday, December 2nd, 2024

via Washington City Paper (District of Columbia)

Our annual guide to giving back, made in partnership with Spur Local.

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