We investigate the political tactics of the Republican Party as we approach the election season, highlighting their reliance on divisive rhetoric around immigration rather than substantive policy proposals. With a convicted felon leading the party, it's become apparent that their strategy is to invoke fear rather than offer solutions. We examine how they've resurrected the illegal immigrant narrative to scare voters, particularly targeting older white demographics and the more gullible segments of their base. We debunk the myths surrounding undocumented immigrants voting, emphasizing the legal complexities and safeguarding mechanisms in place that prevent such occurrences.
Transitioning to a critical toolkit developed to counter the rise of Christian nationalism in public education, we share insights from Doug's involvement with the Honesty for Ohio Education advocacy group. This toolkit serves as a comprehensive guide for parents, educators, and community members looking to navigate the treacherous waters of Release Time Religious Instruction (RTRI) policies, which allow students to leave school for religious instruction during the day. We explain the manipulative strategies deployed by groups like Lifewise Academy, which disguises its religious agenda under a veneer of character-based education, while the reality is an aggressive attempt to convert schoolchildren to Christianity.
A major component of the tool-kit is a critical review of the data backing Lifewise Academy’s claims of positive outcomes for students participating in their program. By exposing the statistical manipulation and selective reporting methodologies, we argue that such claims are more about marketing than genuine educational benefits. Good education should prioritize the well-being and development of the student, free from religious indoctrination.
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