The Supreme Court has ruled that Maryland parents with religious objections can withdraw their children from public school lessons that include LGBTQ storybooks, reversing previous lower-court decisions. The decision indicates that such policies would face stringent scrutiny, suggesting the parents will likely win ultimately. This ruling fits within a wider context of increasing book bans and growing parental control over school curriculum, as seen with groups like Moms for Liberty. In the preceding year, more than 10,000 books were reportedly banned, highlighting a fierce debate on educational inclusivity versus parental rights.
The Supreme Court ruled in favor of Maryland parents with religious objections, allowing them to withdraw their children from public school lessons using LGBTQ storybooks.
The decision emphasizes the need for strict scrutiny over school policies, suggesting that cases like these often lead to ruling in favor of religious rights.
The case is part of a broader trend involving increasing book bans, often driven by organizations like Moms for Liberty advocating parental control over educational materials.
Pen America reported over 10,000 books were banned last year, reflecting a growing tension between educational inclusivity and parental rights in public schools.
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