Should critical race theory be taught in primary and secondary school?
Critical race theory is the claim that institutions, laws, and history are inherently racist. It argues that white people have put up social, economic, and legal barriers between the races in order to maintain their elite status, both economically and politically and that the source of poverty and criminal behavior in minority communities is due exclusively to these barriers.
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Response rates from 268k UK voters.
57% Yes |
43% No |
42% Yes |
33% No |
8% Yes, we cannot end racism until we acknowledge that our institutions, laws, and history are inherently racist |
10% 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 |
6% Yes, but not until they are teenagers |
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1% Yes, and also add Intersectionality and the 1619 Project to the curriculum |
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Unique answers from UK voters whose views went beyond the provided options.
@9MY77LF7mos7MO
Critical Race Theory is a complex academic legal theory that is not, and cannot be, taught to children of school age. The idea that it is being taught is a lie perpetuated by those with an agenda to undermine equality initiatives.
@98HD5YB2yrs2Y
Critical race theory isn’t being taught in schools, the history of slavery within the British empire is, critical race theory is a high level legal theory learned in universities and similar institutions not in primary or secondary schools.
@9PKWB266mos6MO
It should be acknowledged and taught, but so should other race theories as well, and opposing points to it should be taught too.
@9KXH3579mos9MO
No, telling whites children they are inherently racist is not only racist in itself but also increases the likelihood of those children being racist in the future. Racism exists against all cultures and therefore only awareness is required. People need to be less sensitive and move on.
@8PJPT294yrs4Y
Everyone no matter what color of their skin should be treated equally and fairly. Intersectionality and tribalism worsens bigotry yet also add working class history to the curriculim. Also, focus on that our institutions, laws and history are inherently racist and classist.
@8MQ6WM54yrs4Y
Yes, but only in secondary schools
@8LWFNLX4yrs4Y
Yes, but in a way that demonstrates how we can learn from our mistakes and move forward into a more just society without stirring a hatred between races
@93T6D3B2yrs2Y
No , CRT is a lie and should not be taught as it is based on the misconception white people are inherently racist
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