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Critics Slam $250K Donation to 'Woke Math' Mayor Candidate

9/7/2025

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Liz Simons donated $250,000 to support socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani’s NYC mayoral campaign.
She funds a national initiative promoting "woke math" in public schools, facing criticism for prioritizing social justice.
Critics, including Yiatin Chu, worry about the effects on education standards and racial disparities.
Simons' foundation has invested over $4 million in woke math initiatives since 2022.
No credible evidence supports that woke math enhances student performance.

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Story summary

Liz Simons donated $250,000 to support socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani’s NYC mayoral campaign.
She funds a national initiative promoting "woke math" in public schools, facing criticism for prioritizing social justice.
Critics, including Yiatin Chu, worry about the effects on education standards and racial disparities.
Simons' foundation has invested over $4 million in woke math initiatives since 2022.
No credible evidence supports that woke math enhances student performance.