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Responding to concerns about ideological bias in existing college-level coursework, Florida has introduced a state-developed alternative to the Advanced Placement U.S. History course. This new program, part of the Florida Advanced Courses and Tests (FACT), aims to offer students a pathway to earn college credit while adhering to the state’s guidelines against “woke” ideologies. The FACT U.S. History framework is notably shorter than its AP counterpart and focuses on themes such as political and constitutional history and American identity. While this alternative will be accepted for credit at Florida’s colleges and universities, the recognition of these credits at out-of-state institutions remains uncertain.
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas has ignited controversy with remarks drawing a link between progressive ideas and the rise of Adolf Hitler. Critics, including historians and legal scholars, contend this comparison misrepresents the complex historical factors behind Nazi Germany’s ascent and exacerbates partisan rhetoric. While supporters argue Thomas was making a philosophical point about government overreach, the episode highlights the increasing use of charged historical comparisons by high-profile officials in contemporary political discourse. The controversy underscores the risks of invoking extreme historical events in modern debates, particularly from influential judicial figures.
Kate Rogers has resigned as President and CEO of Alamo Trust Inc. after Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick called for her resignation due to concerns regarding her past writings. Hope Andrade, a board member since 2015, has been unanimously voted in as the new president and CEO. Patrick’s call for resignation came after a social media post honoring Indigenous Peoples sparked controversy, and he cited writings from Rogers’ dissertation. Rogers’ departure has elicited mixed reactions, with some, like Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones, expressing disappointment and others, like Bexar County Judge Peter Sakai, criticizing the political interference.
John Q. Hosedrinker