|  Today marks a big defeat for kids in Texas, and anywhere else else kids read and use textbooks. The current State Board of Education (SBOE) approved history requirements that, among other things, incorrectly imply that:
- Woodrow Wilson and Oliver Wendell Holmes were eugenics proponents,
- Global organizations undermine US sovereignty through treaties,
- Social Security and Medicare are not credible programs,
and a host of other inaccuracies that promote a distinct partisanship that can't be confused with historical truth.There were some small victories today but ultimately, most of the conservative agenda and amendments were or will be approved.
We are past the point of petitions & public hearings- the ONLY recourse we have now is to change the face of that board. That means we need to open our wallets and donate to Democratic State Board of Education candidates Judy Jennings and Rebecca Bell-Metereau right now.
Donate towards our $3000 goal: http://www.actblue.com/page/savehistory
Even if you don't live or vote in Texas, it's clear that the missteps of the SBOE might have implications for kids outside of Texas. Your donation matters more than a lot of races out there - because the outcome of this race has not only Texan implications, but national impact. Please vote with your wallet and change the face of the State Board of Education for all students' sake.
Help us reach our $3000 goal: http://www.actblue.com/page/savehistory
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