Oklahoma House Democrats Denounce Proposed Social Studies Standards RevisionOklahoma House Democrats Denounce Proposed Social Studies Standards Revision House Democrats have vehemently opposed Oklahoma State Superintendent’s proposed revisions to the social studies curriculum, raising concerns about the potential use of the Bible as a textbook and the adoption of a classical learning model. Leader Cyndi Munson criticized the measure as a violation of constitutional rights, arguing that it would deprive students and teachers of their right to religious freedom and a sound public education. She accused the Superintendent’s Executive Review Committee of prioritizing political agendas over the needs of the community. Rep. John Waldron denounced the proposed overhaul as a “dangerous political tactic,” claiming it was a “carpetbagger curriculum” designed by out-of-state experts. He expressed concerns about the negative impact it could have on public schools. Rep. Jacob Rosecrants argued that the changes did not align with the needs of Oklahoma families. He accused the Superintendent of pursuing a personal agenda rather than serving the interests of the community. The proposed revisions, according to the Democrats, would undermine the separation of church and state and create additional challenges for public schools.
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OKLAHOMA CITY — House Democrats have expressed concern over the state superintendent’s announcement to revise Oklahoma’s social studies standards, including the use of the Bible as a textbook and the adoption of a classical learning model.
“The state superintendent continues to put his extremist political agenda above the needs of Oklahoma’s students and teachers,” said House Democratic Leader Cyndi Munson, D-Oklahoma City.
She criticized the measure as a violation of constitutional rights, accusing the Superintendent’s Executive Review Committee of depriving Oklahomans of their right to religious freedom and a sound public education.
Rep. John Waldron, D-Tulsa, called the overhaul a dangerous political tactic, describing it as a “carpetbagger curriculum” designed by out-of-state experts.
Rep. Jacob Rosecrants (D-Norman) argued that the changes do not meet the needs of Oklahoma children and parents. He accused the Superintendent of pursuing a personal agenda instead of serving the community.
House Democrats argue that this latest action increases challenges for public schools and undermines the separation of church and state.
