In 2020, President Trump announced the creation of a federal commission focused on 'patriotic education', intending to develop a pro-American curriculum. This initiative directly opposes movements aimed at integrating the history of slavery into educational narratives, notably inspired by the 1619 Project. The author reflects on personal anxieties as a parent about their child’s education amidst such political maneuvers, questioning whether they must supplement their child's learning themselves, while recalling historical figures like John Stuart Mill and their early intellectual development.
Trump's federal commission aims to reshape education with a pro-American curriculum, opposing initiatives that include more inclusive narratives of slavery and American history.
As a parent witnessing the shift towards a patriotic curriculum, the author grapples with the responsibilities of providing a complete education for their children.
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