Democrats Introduce Bill to Support LGBTQ & Women’s History in Schools
The bill comes at a time when Republicans are trying to erase and rewrite certain histories.
June 22, 2023
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The bill comes at a time when Republicans are trying to erase and rewrite certain histories.
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