Curriculum Controversy in Texas

Liberal bias in schools is finally being combated, as conservatives on the Texas Board of Education have recently approved a new curriculum. Academia has been skewed to the left, and conservatives are making controversial changes to even the playing field. A final vote will take place in May.

Conservatives claim that there is a liberal tone in school textbooks. Much more emphasis is given to liberal accomplishments, such as the New Deal and the Great Society, than conservative accomplishments. Other proposed changes include putting Confederate President Jefferson Davis on equal footing to Abraham Lincoln, valuing Republican political figures and philosophies in a higher regard, and lessening the importance of Thomas Jefferson.

Although some may deem these changes to be harsh, they are necessary. Schools clearly have a liberal bias, and students deserve to know both sides of history. More importantly, parents have the right to decide what information should be taught to their kids. If Texas parents don’t like the curriculum changes, they can vote new people onto the Board of Education.