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flag Texas appoints David Barton, a conservative activist, to shape new social studies standards, sparking debate over religious influence in education.

flag Texas has appointed conservative Christian activist David Barton, known for claiming America was founded as a Christian nation, as a content adviser during a major overhaul of the state’s social studies standards, with final changes expected by June 2026 and implementation in 2030. flag The Republican-led State Board of Education is shifting focus toward U.S. and Texas history while reducing emphasis on world cultures. flag Barton, founder of WallBuilders and a former Republican official, previously advised during the 2010 standards revision. flag His appointment has drawn criticism from historians and advocacy groups like the Texas Freedom Network, who argue his lack of formal training and past controversial claims risk politicizing education and spreading misinformation. flag While Republican board members defend his inclusion as reflecting public values, concerns remain over the influence of religious and ideological narratives in public school curricula.

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