The American public feels what is being taught in public schools is on the wrong track by a greater than 2-to-1 margin – 64% to 24% – according to the newest edition of the Grinnell College National Poll (Grinnell-Selzer). …
Respondents were asked about three issues regarding their trust for educators in public schools. “Teaching about racism in the United States” was the only one for which less than half of respondents indicated trust for educators. Most Americans trust the ability of educators in public schools to make good choices on which library books are appropriate for students (71% to 22%), as well as their ability to respond appropriately when a student poses a risk of doing something violent (69% to 24%). CONTINUED
Grinnell College National Poll
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