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Sorry, Mr. Secretary – Parents Are Not Domestic Terrorists

If some liberals wonder why parents of public school-age children are aggrieved and frustrated, they need look no further than yesterday’s story confirming that Education Secretary Miguel Cardona and his staff likened protesting moms and dads at school board meetings to domestic terrorists.

You might remember the news last fall that the National School Boards Association (NSBA) suggested parents around the country who were objecting to the teaching of Critical Race Theory, along with mask wearing and other classroom-related concerns, were engaging in “a form of domestic terrorism.”

I’m sorry, Mr. Secretary – but mothers and fathers who take an active and concerned role in their children’s education aren’t radical, violent rebels – they’re loving, responsible men and women who are deeply involved in the shaping and nurturing of the next generation.

In fact, they’re doing what grown-ups do – they’re standing up for what they believe in an orderly and candid manner.

Government hostility towards parents and families is rising, and it should alarm everyone, not just those with children in the home. It reflects a disdain for freedom and is an insult to the autonomy and authority every mom and dad possesses under the United States Constitution.

In many cases, it also reflects a violation of religious freedom since many of these objections are rooted in the belief that government cannot usurp our first principles.

So, what’s at the heart of this antagonism?

There is an arrogance, of course – a haughty belief that “Big Brother” knows better and anyone who dares to intervene, or question governmental authority, is somehow an enemy of the state. Sit down, shut up – and obey.

Last November’s election should have put on notice any politician who tries to usurp moms’ and dads’ authority. Love and care of our children are not partisan issues. Parents are the ones who are ultimately responsible for their child’s education. Enrolling a child in a public school does not constitute an abdication of parental authority. 

Transparency is critical and we should all be relieved this egregious and insulting behavior has been exposed. We must remain vigilant and engaged – holding our elected and appointed representatives accountable. 

Keep up the pressure, moms and dads. Our team at Focus on the Family stands with you and readily and regularly wades into the public square to protect, preserve and defend our God-given and constitutionally protected rights.

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Topics: Family and Home Tags: family, parenting January 12, 2022 by Jim Daly with Paul Batura

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Comments

  1. Pastor Tom Chambers retired says

    January 13, 2022 at 9:40 am

    -It seems like the nazis and other groups across the world that (wants to take total control) of people’s live. Parent have an obligation to their precious gifts from the Living LORD. HOLY FATHER give parents boldness and your wisdom.

    Reply
  2. Joni says

    January 12, 2022 at 9:30 pm

    -Right on!

    Reply
  3. Granny Nanny says

    January 12, 2022 at 7:17 pm

    -Just in general CRT is NOT taught in elementary/high schools — it has always been a college level course.

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    • Allison Stuck says

      January 19, 2022 at 2:29 pm

      -CRT is slowly and subtly sneaking into elementary schools. It is not usually labeled as CRT, however, which makes it all the more sneaky. It often flies under the radar as “social studies.” My district recently adopted a new “social curriculum” that they spent thousands and thousands of dollars on, and it all looks and sounds good. But parents must be vigilant with these sorts of things. Especially be wary if it is something “new.”

  4. gary bain says

    January 12, 2022 at 7:13 pm

    -amen thank you its amazing when you hear these things this is not the schools of our parents good article

    Reply
  5. Linda says

    January 12, 2022 at 5:47 pm

    -Once again, thank you for boldly standing for truth and speaking out.

    Reply
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