Brian King on Civil Rights

	Brian King on Civil Rights

Don't restrict discussions on racism/sexism in classrooms

HB427: This bill ensures that all instructional materials and classroom instruction are consistent with the principles of inalienable rights, equal opportunity, and individual merit.

Opinion by ABC4 in favor:A new bill would change how teachers discuss racism and sexism in their classrooms. According to HB427, there are things that should be, and should not be addressed by teachers when it comes to racism, sexism, ageism, religious discrimination, and more.

Proposed veto letter by ACLU of Utah:We firmly believe that young people have the right to an inclusive, accurate, and honest education, free from censorship or discrimination. Unfortunately, we fear H.B.427 may create more problems than it solves, especially when addressing challenging topics such as race, gender, sexual orientation & systemic injustices.

Legislative Outcome:Passed Senate 18-6-5 on Mar/2/23; passed House 53-18-4 on Mar/3/23; Rep. King voted NO; signed by Gov. Cox on Mar/15/23.

Source: ABC4 & ACLU on Utah legislative voting record: HB427 , Mar 3, 2023

Gender/sexual orientation not simply black and white

King said the issue is more complicated than how conservatives have portrayed it. "Things are not simply black and white, in terms of gender orientation, sexual orientation, gender identification. It's definitely not accurate to say that girls are girls and boys are boys," he said, a comment which drew moans from the public. "Our public education students deserve better than that from us." Source: Salt Lake Tribune on 2024 Utah Gubernatorial race , Mar 25, 2022

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