The Non-prophets
Superintendent Walters' Bible Mandate Standoff
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Oklahoma Bible mandate: Ryan Walters threatens 'rogue' districtsThe Oklahoman, By M. Scott Carter Murray Evans, on July 31, 2024https://www.oklahoman.com/story/news/education/2024/07/31/oklahoma-bible-in-schools-ryan-walters-threatens-rogue-districts/74599357007/Oklahoma's State School Superintendent has stirred controversy again by mandating the teaching of the Bible in public school classrooms, threatening repercussions for districts that don't comply. Although legal scholars widely regard this move as unconstitutional, the Superintendent remains resolute, seemingly unbothered by potential legal challenges. Critics argue that his accusations against school districts for being "rogue" are baseless, pointing out that local control over curriculum is enshrined in Oklahoma law. Despite this, the Superintendent continues to push his agenda, possibly for political gain rather than genuine educational reform. This situation echoes past instances where political figures attempted to impose religious mandates, remin