Texas social studies standards spark debate over Islam, Christianity
- Posted on September 1, 2026
- By The Dallas Morning News
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Texas education authorities face mounting controversy over proposed social studies curriculum revisions that allegedly misrepresent Islamic history and overemphasize Christianity's role in American founding. The State Board of Education's draft standards have sparked heated debate among educators, religious groups, and civil rights organizations questioning the historical accuracy and educational appropriateness of the material. Critics argue the curriculum promotes religious bias rather than balanced, evidence-based instruction.
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