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Oklahoma Rep. Defends Controversial Columbus Video Amid Backlash

8/25/2025

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An Oklahoma Republican representative defended a PragerU Kids video on Columbus's legacy during an MSNBC appearance.
Critics, including attorney Brett Chapman and activist Jabee Williams, labeled the video as racist propaganda and criticized its lack of diverse perspectives on slavery.
Rep. Gabe Woolley stated the video serves as a supplemental teaching tool, highlighting the need for historical context.

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An Oklahoma Republican representative defended a PragerU Kids video on Columbus's legacy during an MSNBC appearance.
Critics, including attorney Brett Chapman and activist Jabee Williams, labeled the video as racist propaganda and criticized its lack of diverse perspectives on slavery.
Rep. Gabe Woolley stated the video serves as a supplemental teaching tool, highlighting the need for historical context.