- Censorship in the Classroom: AB 715 demands school boards police teachers, forcing pre-approved curriculum and chilling discussion of Palestine, colonialism, and social justice.
- Silencing of Palestinian Narratives: It erases histories and voices already excluded from classrooms, while elevating Zionist perspectives above all others.
- Punitive Enforcement: It empowers complainants to pursue restraining orders against teachers, creating fear and intimidation.
- Redundant Legislation: California law already protects students from hate—AB 715 only expands surveillance and censorship.
- Targeting Jewish Students: By assigning special protections, it isolates Jewish students and risks fueling resentment rather than combating antisemitism.
Call to Action:
We urge the California Teachers Association to mount a loud and vigorous campaign against AB 715. Stand with educators, defend academic freedom, and protect the rights of teachers and students to engage in inclusive, truthful education.