Text Book Fights in Texas

Not only is Texas trying to limit women’s reproductive rights, they also tried to rewrite history.

The Orange County chapter of Americans United for Separation of Church and State’s January meeting will include a screening of the film “The Revisionaries”.  This documentary portrays the story of what happened when the Texas State Board of Education tried to rewrite science and history text books when a creationist was chair of the Texas School Board. He decided to replace evolution in favor of creationism, limit the teachings of Thomas Jefferson and FDR and replace hip hop with country music.

Film Overview: “In Austin, Texas, fifteen people influence what is taught to the next generation of American children. Once every decade, the highly politicized Texas State Board of Education rewrites the teaching and textbook standards for its nearly 5 million schoolchildren. And when it comes to textbooks, what happens in Texas affects the nation as a whole. Don McLeroy, an avowed young-earth creationist, leads the Religious Right charge. During his time on the board, he has overseen the adoption of new science and history curriculum standards, drawing national attention and placing Texas on the front line of the culture wars.”

The event is FREE and OPEN to the public. All are welcome to attend!