Religion row as Texas makes Bible stories required reading in schools
Critics say the new reading requirements infringe on religious freedoms and blur the separation of church and state.
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"We are bringing the Bible back into schools this week for the first time in 60 years."
— Brandon Hall , Politician
"[It has] a very Western-centric view of the world that omits the contributions and the histories of black, brown, indigenous people, of other religious faiths and traditions that are critical to the overall understanding of our history."
— Felicia Martin , Activist
"Religion is back in our country, bigger and stronger than it has been in many, many years."
— Donald Trump , Politician
Key People
Brandon Hall is a Republican member of the Texas State Board of Education.
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Felicia Martin is the executive director of the Texas Freedom Network, a left-wing activist group.
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Critics say the new reading requirements infringe on religious freedoms and blur the separation of church and state.
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