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Oklahoma Schools to Teach Controversial 2020 Election Theories

5/17/2025

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Oklahoma's K-12 social studies curriculum will now incorporate conspiracy theories surrounding the 2020 presidential election, a move spearheaded by School Superintendent Ryan Walters. This controversial decision has sparked outrage among parents and educators who fear it spreads misinformation. Despite the backlash, GOP lawmakers seem unable to halt these standards, raising alarms about the politicization of education.

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Oklahoma's K-12 social studies curriculum will now incorporate conspiracy theories surrounding the 2020 presidential election, a move spearheaded by School Superintendent Ryan Walters. This controversial decision has sparked outrage among parents and educators who fear it spreads misinformation. Despite the backlash, GOP lawmakers seem unable to halt these standards, raising alarms about the politicization of education.