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Number of teachers pledging to teach Critical Race Theory in Fort Lee stagnates at two in week ending Aug. 28

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There were no new teachers in Fort Lee who signed the pledge in week ending Aug. 28, according to an online pledge from the Zinn Education Project.

No new teachers sign the pledge the week before. It now has two pledges from Fort Lee teachers by the end of the week ending Aug. 28.

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.

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 Fort Lee who’ve pledged to teach Critical Race Theory
TeachersThoughts on Critical Race Theory
Maria PflanzTruth and integrity should never be feared. Why are you afraid? The children should be honored and trusted with the truth. Integrity, respect, and genuine care for our humanity naturally lead to freedom, which is under attack with these bills that are based on fear of that which makes us all so powerful together. Truth. Integrity. Facing our own history, owning it, repairing, and improving. Don't be afraid. Educate yourselves! You owe it to your constituents, children, future generations, and the country.
Stephen WolowitzI am signing my name because it is so very important to teach students more than one point of view in history. History isn't seen exclusively from one group of people. The students need to know that there are other sides to our past and that everyone's voice or actions need to be heard and seen.

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