Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Slams Biden Administration's 'Outrageous' Accusations Of Whitewashing Black History

Speaking at a press conference, DeSantis defended Florida's teaching of black history, asserting that the state provides an accurate and balanced retelling of the nation's past.

DeSantis dismissed Vice President Kamala Harris' accusations as "absolutely ridiculous" and "totally outrageous." He pointed out that the Florida Department of Education's website contains comprehensive and thorough standards for African American history, which are the most robust in the country.

July 23, 2023

DeSantis emphasized that these standards were developed by a team of scholars and are based on factual information. He further criticized the Biden administration for attempting to demagogue the issue, stating that such tactics no longer resonate with the public.

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The governor suggested that the Biden administration is focusing on Florida's internal matters to divert attention from its own alleged failures. DeSantis highlighted the administration's shortcomings in securing the border, developing domestic energy, and countering China in the Pacific. He urged everyone to read the state's black history standards for themselves, encouraging an informed and objective assessment of the situation.

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Earlier this week, news circulated that Florida would teach students that black people benefited from slavery. However, conservative commentators have refuted these allegations, arguing that the state's education standards require teachers to teach how slaves developed skills that could be used for their own benefit. These skills include carpentry, domestic work, agricultural work, and painting, according to state documents.

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Vice President Kamala Harris has been vocal in her criticism of Florida's black history standards. In a series of speeches, she accused the state of insulting and gaslighting the public by attempting to replace history with lies. Harris reiterated her stance during a visit to Jacksonville, where she expressed her refusal to accept such insults and gaslighting.

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The clash between Governor DeSantis and the Biden administration over Florida's black history education standards highlights the ongoing debate surrounding the teaching of history in schools.

While DeSantis defends the state's approach as accurate and comprehensive, Harris and others argue that it undermines the experiences and contributions of black Americans. As the discussion continues, it is crucial for the public to engage in a thoughtful and informed examination of the facts.