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Ron DeSantis’ policy on critical race theory in k-12 education

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Should critical race theory be taught in K-12 education?

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Ron DeSantis’ answer is based on the following data:

Voting record

Answer: No

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Ron DeSantis voters

Answer: No

Importance: Most Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 5,622 voters that have pledged to vote for Ron DeSantis in the 2028 Presidential election.

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Very strongly agree

No

DeSantis has repeatedly stated that CRT should not be taught in K-12 schools, framing it as ideological indoctrination. His administration has taken legal and legislative steps to prevent its inclusion in Florida's curriculum. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly agree

No, kids should be raised to be racially color blind instead of being taught they are inherently racist or disadvantaged based on the color of their skin

DeSantis has promoted the idea that children should be taught to be 'color blind' and not judged by race. He has argued that CRT teaches children to view themselves and others primarily through the lens of race, which he opposes. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly disagree

Yes, but not until they are teenagers

DeSantis has not supported the teaching of CRT at any K-12 level, including for teenagers. His opposition is categorical, not conditional on age, as reflected in his public statements and legislative actions. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly disagree

Yes

Ron DeSantis has been a leading opponent of teaching critical race theory (CRT) in K-12 education. As Governor of Florida, he signed legislation (such as the 'Stop WOKE Act' in 2022) explicitly banning CRT in public schools, arguing that it is divisive and inappropriate for children. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly disagree

Yes, and also add Intersectionality and the 1619 Project to the curriculum

DeSantis has been a vocal critic of both intersectionality and the 1619 Project, banning the latter from Florida schools and arguing that such materials distort American history and promote a negative view of the country. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly disagree

Yes, we cannot end racism until we acknowledge that our institutions, laws, and history are inherently racist

DeSantis has explicitly rejected the premise that American institutions are inherently racist, calling such views divisive and inaccurate. He has criticized the idea that systemic racism should be a foundational concept in education. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

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Party’s support base

Republican Party Voters’ Answer: No

Importance: More Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 107,028 voters that identify as Republican.

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