Candidate Proposes Reinstating Works by Jason Reynolds and Ibram X. Kendi in Schools
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What happened
A candidate proposed reinstituting the book Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You by Jason Reynolds and Ibram X. Kendi back into high school classrooms, provided educators choose to use it. The candidate also stated he would work to reverse a policy that regulates classroom displays, such as the types of flags teachers can have. These proposals were made following the 2024 election cycle.
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Why it matters
The proposal suggests a potential shift in educational curriculum standards. This could impact the demand and visibility of the literary works of Jason Reynolds and Ibram X. Kendi.
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Who's involved
- Jason ReynoldsAuthor whose work is proposed for reinstatement in high school classrooms.
- Ibram X. KendiAuthor whose work is proposed for reinstatement in high school classrooms.
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The entities involved
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Jason Reynolds
American author of young adult novels
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Ibram X. Kendi
American author and historian
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