Proposed civics standards for Florida schools don't mention the word slavery

[TexasTowelie]

Following the George Floyd murder and the national discussion over “critical race theory” — which encompasses slavery, segregation and institutionalized racism — Florida’s proposed civics standards for school don’t mention the word slavery.

What is mentioned is the famous phrase: “Life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.” That’s noted as “God-given rights expressed in the Declaration of Independence,” according to the proposed standards.

But Black people, who were enslaved, did not have liberty at that time.

In another section of the proposed standards, “students will recognize Rosa Parks and Thomas Jefferson as individuals who represent the United States.”

Read more: https://www.floridaphoenix.com/2021/05/28/proposed-civics-standards-for-fl-schools-dont-mention-the-word-slavery/

[TreasonousBastard]

1. Not mentioning it is not the same as forbidding mentioning it...

And slavery no longer exists, so it belongs in history, not so much civics.

[Dreampuff]

2. I think this is wrong on so many levels.

I watched a couple of documentaries on Tulsa and our Bible study class has touched on similar incidents in Florida that happened on a smaller scale. There is absolutely no reason this part of history should not be taught. I don't care about the little white child's ego being affected by it and yes, I have read that excuse.