Dear John,
Government actions that fictionalize the teaching of American history, for example, by diminishing the cruelty of slavery and its aftermath, gravely violate fundamental values of American democracy and the rule of law, such as the right to an education, to equal dignity under the law, and to truthfulness from public officials.
Florida's "Stop Woke Act" is one of 64 laws passed by 24 states that limit what educators are permitted to teach about race, racism, gender identity, and LGBTQ+ issues. Recent Standards issued by Florida’s Department of Education demonstrate the danger of these laws. Please sign onto this urgent Call to Action in opposition to laws that deprive children of an honest education and that silence teachers and inspire fear. |
If you have already signed, we hope you will take the extra step of forwarding this email to your friends and colleagues.
We thank you for your attention to this important matter and, as always, encourage you to contribute to LDAD. Signed,
The Board, Lawyers Defending American Democracy |
