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Supporters and critics of a new California law requiring media literacy instruction in public schools say it's no coincidence the law is being implemented as presidential campaigns -- particularly, former President Donald Trump's -- get underway.

New CA math standards call for a renewed focus on social justice and equity.

Supporters say proposed state K-12 framework will make higher-level math accessible to more. Critics contend it will make poor math outcomes worse.

Supporters say proposed state K-12 framework will make higher-level math accessible to more. Critics contend it will make poor math outcomes worse.

Exit and voice are working hand in glove against Commone Core and may "explode jointly" and "bring down the whole edifice."

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The revised framework relies too heavily on unproven theories about how to teach mathematics.

Proposed guidelines in the state would de-emphasize calculus, reject the idea that some children are naturally gifted and build a connection to social justice. Critics say math shouldn’t be political.

The requirement, the first in the nation, was signed into law by Gov. Gavin Newsom this month.