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Illinois To Require Asian American History Be Taught In Schools

Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed legislation that would require lessons in the 2022-2023 school year curriculum for public schools.

Illinois To Require Asian American History Be Taught In Schools
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Illinois is now the first state to require schools to teach Asian American history.

Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed legislation that would require lessons in the 2022-2023 curriculum for public schools.

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Cases of abuse against these Americans have skyrocketed since the pandemic hit.

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During the pandemic, we've seen increased racism and violence against Asian Americans all across the country.

Gov. Pritzker says he hopes including these lessons will help combat hate.