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Articles by Randy Fair

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Teachers Have the Power to Open Students’ Eyes — If We Let Them

January 29, 2025 | As a teacher who grew up in a small Southern town, I know the risks of giving parents veto power of kids’ education.

Two men hold signs protesting Florida Gov. Don DeSantis, calling him a tryant. (Shutterstock)

Stop the War on LGBTQ Teachers

April 26, 2023 | It’s hard enough being a teacher at all, but cruel new laws are putting dedicated LGBTQ teachers in particular danger. When will the madness end?