Thread by @TexasHDC

The author of the bill banning critical race theory in our public schools is facing tough questions by @jamestalarico for intending to concur with the Senate's decision to strip language requiring the history of white supremacy, slavery, etc. #txlege

"I didn't bring this bill, nor would I ever bring this bill as an educator or as a person of consciousness." @jamestalarico

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"When you look at the side-by-side of the bill, it reads like a how-to guide of historical white-washing."

The new version of the bill removes the writings of MLK, Jr., Fredrick Douglass, the history of Native Americans.

The author still intends to concur.

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"The new bill from the Senate removes all mention of people of color and women from the legislation." - @jamestalarico

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.@jamestalarico raises a point of order on the bill that the Senate amendments are not germane to the bill.

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