RPS board meeting marked by impassioned comments on Critical Race Theory, masking Many in attendance shared their views on Critical Race Theory, most voicing opposition to it. Posted: Jul 13, 2021 11:34 PM Updated: Jul 14, 2021 7:05 AM Posted By: Anthony Monzon ROCHESTER, Minn. - A meeting of the Rochester Public School Board got off to a passionate start Tuesday, with a number of community members speaking out during a public comment period. Many in attendance shared their views on Critical Race Theory, most voicing opposition to it. Others expressed concern about the district's face covering policy, a topic scheduled for discussion during the meeting.