Protesters Demand Accurate Black History Education Amid Controversial Florida Standards

Protesters marched in Miami to object to Florida's new standards for teaching Black history, which critics say distort history and downplay the harsh realities of slavery.
The standards require teaching that some enslaved people "developed skills" that could benefit them personally, drawing outrage from activists and educators.
Tennessee state Rep. Justin Pearson joined the Miami protest, advocating for a more accurate and inclusive representation of Black history in schools.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has defended the standards while facing broader accusations of censoring classroom discussions on race.
The ongoing controversy reflects a divisive national debate over how to teach Black history and address systemic racism in education.