RARE Newsletter November 2021
Quintard Taylor: Critical Race Theory – What, why, and how it became a political grenade
Monday, Nov 8, 2021 — 7:00PM
Critical Race Theory (CRT) is one of the most contentious issues of our time. Most of us have strong opinions, but few of us understand the true meaning and history of CRT. Attend our online discussion to hear Dr. Quintard Taylor, Professor Emeritus of History at UW, explain Critical Race Theory and why it has become the flashpoint of controversy in the American education system.
Candidates Share Vision for Equity in Seattle
The candidates for mayor of Seattle shared their hopeful visions for a more equitable city with Roosevelt Alumni for Racial Equity at the group’s monthly open discussion on October 11.
TAF Prepares Students for the 21st Century
Technology Access Foundation (TAF) is a success story and on September 13 four members of TAF’s staff told RARE how they did it. All they had to do is improve public education for students of color.
What’s up with Critical Race Theory?
Eighteen months ago, CRT was known only in academic circles where it was studied in colleges and law schools. Today it has become a political weapon in the war of words on the cable channels and talk radio.