In Their Own Words: Runoff Candidates on Parental Rights in Education

“School is where the fundamentals, the ‘three R’s,’ should be taught and mastered. It is no place for political or ideological indoctrination of any kind. I stand with the conservative majority in the Texas Senate who have made this abundantly clear. Our education system is failing to serve our children when too many are not reading at their grade level, yet lesson plans cover gender dysphoria and critical race theory. Get back to the basics and leave the ‘woke’ progressive nonsense in the trash bin where it belongs.”

 “Yes, when elected, I will support a similar bill in the Texas Legislature.”

“Yes, I absolutely support this bill. Young children should be learning math, reading, and science in the classroom. There is no excuse for forcing conversations about sexual orientation on to elementary school children, especially behind the backs of parents.”

“Yes, I will prioritize parental rights and fight to pass a bill similar to the Florida legislation. The classroom is for learning, not promoting sexual behavior and gender transitions.”

“Yes, I would support Texas enacting a Parental Rights in Education bill similar to the one Florida passed. We should protect our kids by keeping sexuality and radical gender ideology out of early elementary grades, making sure all instruction is age-appropriate, and keeping parents informed and empowered regarding their children’s education.”

“I would support Texas enacting a Parental Rights in Education bill similar to the one Florida passed. I do not see any issue whatsoever with prohibiting extreme ‘gender and sexuality’ ideology in our elementary schools. I support prioritizing parents and working to keep them engaged and informed in their child’s education in our public schools.”

“Yes.”

“Yes, once elected, I will support a Parental Rights bill that protects elementary school children from any discussion about gender ideology and or sexual orientation.”

“I support Florida’s legislation, but I believe it doesn’t go far enough—indoctrinating students about gender identity is inappropriate at any grade level, not just kindergarten through third grade. Fortunately, in Texas, state law prohibits schools from discussing sex without express written consent from parents. Of course, the law doesn’t always concern the radical left, but it gives the state strong recourse to stop inappropriate and activist material from infiltrating our schools—such as what recently happened in Austin ISD with ‘Pride Week,’ where students were urged to celebrate homosexuality and even instructed to keep class discussions secret from their parents.

“As state representative, I will work to ensure our education system respects parents’ rights and prioritizes quality education, not political agendas.”

“Yes, I support such a policy, because we must protect our children.”

“Yes, I would support a Parental Rights in Education bill. Absolutely!”

“Not only will I support such a bill, I will gladly author it. The left is serious about destroying our kids. It’s time for all Republicans to get just as serious about stopping them.”

“Schools should NOT teach gender identity and sexual orientation to young elementary school children. It is totally inappropriate and not the role of our public school system. I support parental rights because we know what is best for our children.”

“Yes, I would support this legislation.”

“Yes. Protecting young children from discussions about gender ideology and sexuality is just common-sense and unfortunately needed to combat the left’s extreme agenda. If elected, I will also support a Parent Bill of Rights to provide curriculum transparency and empower parents, not bureaucrats and ideologues. A child’s education standard should not be limited to their zip code. Parents should be able to choose the best education for their children. Parents should have confidence their children are receiving an education that allows them to be successful contributors to their families and society whether they are preparing for college, a technical profession, or other service. Parents should also be able to easily access curriculum and materials and expect to be treated with respect by teachers, administrators, and elected board members.”