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Dear John,
The U.S. Supreme Court delivered a decisive victory for parental rights and religious freedom today. In their Mahmoud v. Taylor decision, the Court ruled that parents have the right to opt their children out of radical gender theory lessons in public schools.
Watch First Liberty’s Kayla Toney break down the Court’s decision and what it means for parents and schools going forward:
Because of the long-term implications of this case, First Liberty filed a friend-of-the-court brief supporting the parents. In the brief, we explained that the Supreme Court has long recognized the rights of parents to direct the religious upbringing of their children.
As Kayla said, our children do not belong to the state. Schools can’t be allowed to hide what they’re teaching simply because they disagree with parents’ values or religious beliefs.
We are thankful that the justices have once again put the rights of parents above the desire of government to indoctrinate.
Protect the Rights of Parents
Fight Back Against Indoctrination
With this ruling, First Liberty is now in a stronger position to fight for the Encinas family against the Encinitas Union School District in California.
Their fifth-grade son was not only required to affirm a book promoting radical gender ideology, but he was also forced to teach the concept of gender transition to kindergarteners.
When his parents asked for the ability to opt their children out of future lessons that contradicted their religious beliefs, the school district denied their request.
No one should be forced to deliver a message that contradicts their religious beliefs. Not you. Not me. And especially, not our children.
With today's Mahmoud decision, the Supreme Court delivered a clear message. Parents do not forfeit their rights to direct their children’s education when they drop them off at school.
The outcome of the Encinas case could add to that ruling by setting a precedent that protects students from being forced to speak messages that go against their deeply held beliefs.
Will you join the fight for parental rights?
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Grateful for you,
Kelly
Kelly Shackelford, Esq.
President, CEO & Chief Counsel
First Liberty Institute
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