The Bullock Texas State History Museum is an impressive piece of Texana, a hulking granite-faced structure across the street from the University of Texas campus. Step inside and you’re confronted with a giant mural of longhorns, horses, and cowboys that promises to tell you “The Story of Texas.” There are equally oversized quotes from famed […]
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Texas Passes Jesus-Heavy, Slavery-Ignoring Curriculum
As expected, Texas has approved a new elementary school curriculum Friday that’s heavy on Jesus and light on uncomfortable parts of history — like slavery. The proposal will bring the Bible-infused content to classrooms starting next year, making Texas the first state to implement such a program in this manner. Eight out of the 15 […]