Saint Joseph, MI – Today, Dr. Sherry O’Donnell, Republican candidate for U.S. Senate and winner of the latest straw poll, pledged to co-sponsor legislation to defend parental rights in education.
“As a physician, I am a firm believer in providing a quality education to every child. Parents are a key component to a child’s success. Hence, parents should have a voice in the education of their children. The Biden administration attempting to classify engaged parents as ‘domestic terrorists’ is not only wrong, but it is another step towards socialism. Parents beliefs should not be superseded by the wokeness culture. Children are not the property of the school system or our government,” said O’Donnell. “As the next Senator, I will never undermine the family unit.”
Senator Josh Hawley (R-MO) has filed legislation to defend parent’s rights in their children’s education. The legislation will guarantee parents a seat at the table on education decisions and keep them informed of the curriculum. They will know what their tax dollars are funding and be able to speak at school board meetings without fear of reprisal. Moreover, parents will be able to check on their kids at school, access their child’s school data and be informed how any third-party groups use their personal data.
“This legislation has teeth. Parents will be able to sue to enforce their rights. If schools don’t cooperate, federal funding could be chopped,” said O’Donnell.
“It is hard to believe that we have come to a point in time when parental rights are not recognized and that we have to pass legislation to protect parents and their children. Schools are for education not indoctrination. We need to protect and educate the next generation,” said O’Donnell.
“To stop the wokeness culture and the Biden administration, it will take a new Senator who has courage,” added O’Donnell.
O’Donnell also supports Senator Ted Cruz’s bill to stop the teaching of critical race theory. She wants to end the racial divide not widen it.
