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No new teachers in Riverside sign pledge on Nov. 21 to teach Critical Race Theory

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There were no new teachers in Riverside who signed the pledge on Nov. 21, according to an online pledge from the Zinn Education Project.

The pledge was signed by no teachers on Nov. 20, the day before. It now has eight pledges from Riverside teachers.

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.

Comments from Riverside teachers included, "As a historian and an alternative education teacher, I know the importance of teaching history to encompass everyone. Not the traditional old, white, and Protestant Christian history. LGBTQIA+ students need to see themselves in their history books. BIPOC students need to see the struggles of their peoples and the triumphs as well. By understanding our history, we can better handle the events around us and create much-needed change for our country and the world" and "My Black and Brown students deserve more!".

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 in Riverside who’ve pledged to teach Critical Race Theory
TeachersThoughts on Critical Race Theory
Abby WherryAs a historian and an alternative education teacher, I know the importance of teaching history to encompass everyone. Not the traditional old, white, and Protestant Christian history. LGBTQIA+ students need to see themselves in their history books. BIPOC students need to see the struggles of their peoples and the triumphs as well. By understanding our history, we can better handle the events around us and create much-needed change for our country and the world.
Amanda DayNo comment
Denise Kruizenga-MuroI want to stand up for students of color and I believe in the importance to our Democracy of learning the truth of American history.
Kathryn GrimbleOur students deserve to be taught the truth and provided with opportunities to think critically about history in order to make better decisions for the future. Our historically marginalized students learn these lessons outside the classroom daily. It’s time that we provide space and skills for them to process, learn from, and act upon their experiences in schools.
Kelly BridgesNo comment
Narcisa NavarroI believe in CRT, Culturally Responsive Pedagogy and the need for Ethnic Studies in school!
Narcisa NavarroMy Black and Brown students deserve more!
Redlinger M.J.Teachers need to stand against stupid lawmakers who want to control education with the intent to manufacture youth they can control.

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