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Candidates back local control over curriculum, defend district DEI and oppose blanket book bans
3378582 · May 19, 2025
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Summary
Candidates told the forum the district should retain authority over curriculum choices, reaffirm DEI commitments and rely on librarians and committees rather than political bans when reviewing library holdings.
Candidates addressed how the district should respond to federal directives on curriculum, the role of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies, and whether books should ever be removed from school libraries.
Edith Leet said the district should determine curriculum “that’s appropriate for the city of Albany and the students who live here” and avoid…
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