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Missouri school district employees sue over 'equity' training
Two employees of Missouri's largest school district are alleging that so-called "equity" trainings violated their constitutional rights by forcing them to endorse certain beliefs about race – adding to the already-mounting legal scrutiny of attempts to push critical race theory (CRT) and its associated ideas. Full Story here.
This is likely to be the first of many lawsuits by teachers, parents, and students throughout the state challenging the implementation of critical race theory in Missouri public schools. Because many of these programs are being funded with taxpayer dollars in taxpayer funded schools plaintiffs will be allowed to make constitutional arguments against the state-sponsored teachings.
Conservative Candidate for State Senate Ben Brown Joins Marc Cox
Ben Brown made waves as a restaurateur for his opposition to government shutdowns and mandates over the last year. Now, he is running for senate to replace term-limited Dave Schatz in Franklin and St. Louis Counties. Brown joined Marc Cox this morning to talk about his opposition to the gas tax, why the Franklin County Republican Central Committee censured Schatz, and more.
Moderate State Representative Aaron Griesheimer announced last week he would also be seeking the republican nomination. Griesheimer was a strong proponent of the gas tax and is the son of well-respected politician John Griesheimer. The Griesheimer family has been in serving in office since 1982.
Watch the conversation live at the 2hr and 6min mark here.
Missouri Attorney General Files Class Action Lawsuit Against School Districts Forcing Masks on Kids
Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt is making national headlines due to a class action lawsuit filed against school districts forcing a mask mandate on schoolchildren and teachers. The lawsuit, which is a reverse class action that was filed earlier this morning, names Columbia Public Schools, the Board of Education for the School District of Columbia and their board members, and the Superintendent for Columbia Public Schools as defendants. Schmitt is running for United States Senate and received sharp criticism from the Biden White House after filing the suit.
Fitzpatrick unveils more endorsements
In his quest to become State Auditor, Treasurer Fitzpatrick released another series of endorsements from Republican leaders throughout the state. This is the second round of key endorsements Fitzpatrick has released.
Fitzpatrick is being challenged by State Representative David Gregory who recently announced an endorsement of his own by the Missouri Fraternal Order of Police. Gregory announced the endorsement with Joey Patterson, Executive Director of the St. Louis County Police Association. Gregory was an early and major supporter of Patterson’s campaign for State Representative, but Patterson failed in the republican primary to Navy Veteran and, now, State Representative Michael O’Donnell.
Kalena Bruce Announces for Congress in CD4
The race to replace Congresswoman Hartzler is heating up with the entrance of Missouri farmer and CPA Kalena Bruce into the fold. Last week in coordination with the Missouri State Fair, Bruce announced she would be running in the republican primary to replace Representative Hartzler who is running for the United States Senate seat being vacated by Roy Blunt. Her campaign announcement video includes a 2019 clip of Trump praising Bruce, saying: “Kalena, I want to thank you and all of those incredible people that you represent and just keep up the great work.” You can watch the full video at BruceforCongress.com
Bruce is joined in the race by Cass County Commissioner Ryan Johnson, Former Boone County Clerk Taylor Burke, and current State Representative Sara Walsh.
Former Missouri GOP Executive Director to lead education reform group
This month the American Federation for Children announced Jean Evans will serve as their new Missouri State Lead. Earlier this year, Missouri created a $25 million Education Savings Account program that provides eligible students $6,350 for educational expenses to attend the public, charter, virtual, private, or home school of their choice. Evans will lead the efforts of the Missouri Federation for Children to make families across the state aware of this new educational option.
The AFC has a long history of working to provide parental choice in education in Missouri schools and throughout the country. Senator Andrew Koenig, Representative Phil Christofanelli, and other members of the Missouri Conservative Caucuses have been leading the fight for education reform in the state.
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