A judge in California upheld a local school district's ban on teaching Critical Race Theory and a policy requiring notification to parents if their child changes genders at school. The ruling is a victory for conservative parents against pressure from Governor Gavin Newsom and activist groups.
Key Points
Judge upheld ban on Critical Race Theory and gender notification policy
Policy applies equally to all students in the district
District's refusal to teach state-approved LGBTQ curriculum led to fine
Pros
Conservative parents' concerns addressed
Clarity in district's policy upheld
Cons
Legal activists' concerns dismissed
Controversy over LGBTQ curriculum exclusion continues