Texas to require Bible readings in public schools by 2030, sparking debate
TL;DR
Texas’ State Board of Education approved a plan to make Bible stories mandatory reading for all public school students by 2030, adding biblical passages alongside literature by Dickens and Shakespeare; supporters say it anchors students in Judeo-Christian heritage, while critics warn it infringes on religious freedom, risks marginalizing other faiths, and could limit teacher autonomy in classrooms.
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