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Critical Race Theory and Education Controversies

This chapter examines the heated debate over critical race theory (CRT) in American public education amid the COVID pandemic, revealing how misinformation has fueled tensions at school board meetings. It explores historical inaccuracies in textbooks and the influence of cultural narratives on public perception of issues like slavery and civil rights. By focusing on a recent controversy involving Texas educational materials, it highlights the ongoing struggle for accurate representation in curriculum and its implications for students' understanding of American history.

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