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Brooklyn School's Activism Lesson Sparks Controversy Over Politics

3/24/2026

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MS 447 in Brooklyn included artwork by New York City First Lady Rama Duwaji in a seventh-grade activism lesson.
The school initially blocked a Holocaust survivor from speaking.
Parents raised concerns about an anti-Israel stance, citing Duwaji's ties and social media activity.
Critics say the school is promoting a political ideology instead of teaching critical thinking.

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Story summary

MS 447 in Brooklyn included artwork by New York City First Lady Rama Duwaji in a seventh-grade activism lesson.
The school initially blocked a Holocaust survivor from speaking.
Parents raised concerns about an anti-Israel stance, citing Duwaji's ties and social media activity.
Critics say the school is promoting a political ideology instead of teaching critical thinking.