Mister chair. The gentlewoman reserves. The gentleman from California is recognized. Thank you, mister chair. Just comment. Let's be clear about what Critical race theory is a divisive, left-wing intellectual construct that advances the notion that racism is systematic in our country's institution. It advocates for race based solutions and rejects equal opportunity in favor of equal outcomes. My friends on the other side like to deride the prohibition in our bill for funding activities that promote, in part, condoning an individual feelings, discomfort, guilt, or anguish. (15:25–15:30)
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Asserts that critical race theory is a divisive, left-wing construct that claims systemic racism in U.S. institutions.
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