100 years after John Scopes was convicted of teaching evolution, education is again on trial
In the 1920s, conservative politicians worried that evolution would undermine religious belief. In the 2020s, modern culture warriors argue that discussions of race, gender, and history may instill guilt or radicalize students. Both then and now, there is a fear that education might challenge deeply held beliefs. This politicization creates a chilling effect on educators, … Read more