As American society nears a demographic tipping point whereby whites are no longer the majority, a culture built upon a straight white patriarchy is facing increased challenges. In 2011, California's Governor Jerry Brown signed the Fair, Accurate, Inclusive, and Respectful Education Act into law, a "first in the nation" bill that requires public schools to: Teach the contributions of gay, lesbian and disabled people in social studies lessons. Adopt a set of classroom material guidelines that prohibit "pejorative descriptions" based on sexual orientation and gender identity. Prohibit the adoption of any materials that reflect adversely on gays or particular religions. Meanwhile, women in the...
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