Oklahoma's NEW Superintendent REBUKES Ryan Walter's Controversial Changes
October 17, 2025
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8:38Now PlayingOklahoma's NEW Superintendent REBUKES Ryan Walter's Controversial Changes
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as posted by the channelIn this video, we dive into the significant changes being implemented by Oklahoma's new head of education, Lindel Fields, as he works to dismantle the controversial legacy of his predecessor, Ryan Walters. One of Fields' first major actions was to eliminate the unconstitutional mandate requiring schools to teach Bible-based social studies lessons, a decision that faced numerous legal challenges.
Tara Thompson, the interim Communications Director for the Oklahoma State Department of Education, confirmed that there are no plans to distribute Bibles or a biblical curriculum in schools. We also explore the previous administration's attempt to spend $6 million on “God Bless the USA” Trump Bibles, which ultimately resulted in only 529 being purchased due to legislative pushback.
Additionally, we discuss the potential rescinding of other contentious educational requirements, including the inclusion of misleading statements about the Bible's influence on American law and the legitimacy of the 2020 election. With a focus on responsible spending of taxpayer dollars, Fields' administration is committed to ensuring that Oklahoma's education system is both accurate and inclusive.
Join us as we unpack these developments and their implications for the future of education in Oklahoma!
#OklahomaEducation #LindelFields #EducationReform
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