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California school board approves LGBTQ-inclusive curriculum after initial rejection and governor's threat

  • A Southern California school board initially rejected a social studies curriculum that includes information about gay rights.
  • California's governor threatened a large fine if the board did not approve the curriculum that meets state standards.
  • The board ultimately approved the curriculum, citing feedback from parents and desire to avoid lawsuits.
  • Some conservatives had opposed the inclusion of LGBTQ topics in elementary school curriculum.
  • The approved materials will now provide students information about LGBTQ history and rights in California.
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