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DeSantis Faces Heated Backlash Over Rejection of AP African American Studies

'If it’s not taught then someone needs to be held accountable," Florida lawmaker says.

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DeSantis Faces Heated Backlash Over Rejection of AP African American Studies
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis addresses the media in Miami, in April 2022. Courtesy, The Florida Governor's Office
Patricia Tolson
By Patricia Tolson
1/27/2023Updated: 1/27/2023
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In the aftermath of rejecting a proposed pilot program of African American Studies, Florida’s governor and Department of Education are facing heated backlash from members of the black community.

On Jan. 25, advocates of the proposed “Advanced Placement Program®“ (AP) African American Studies—rejected by the Florida Department of Education (DOE) because it violates Florida laws—gathered inside the Florida State Capitol in Tallahassee. There were chants and prayers, and some stood with pre-printed signs saying, ”Stop the Black Attack“ and ”Black history is American History.” They accused Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis of trying to undermine the rights of Florida’s students and parents.

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Patricia Tolson
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Patricia Tolson is an award-winning Epoch Times reporter who covers human interest stories, election policies, education, school boards, and parental rights. Ms. Tolson has 20 years of experience in media and has worked for outlets including Yahoo!, U.S. News, and The Tampa Free Press. Send her your story ideas: [email protected]
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