Texas wants Bibles in public classrooms as another way to bully, harm, and exclude LGBTQ+ kids

"The effort by Texas Christian fundamentalists isn't about literature. It's about power, and using it to bully, exclude, and harm vulnerable kids."

"Putting Bibles in the classroom will compound this problem. The children who will feel it most acutely are the ones already carrying the heaviest burdens."

Texas lawmakers are moving towards mandating Bible readings in public schools, potentially making it the first state to do so. This initiative is framed as promoting literary and historical literacy. However, there are concerns that the true intent is to exert power and influence, particularly from conservative Christians. Critics argue that this could lead to confusion and indoctrination among students, especially those already facing challenges. Public schools should remain secular spaces for children of diverse backgrounds and beliefs.

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