Nick Reed's Must Read Headlines – 02.11.22

Posted February 11, 2022

Mo Republicans:

Establishment Republicans in Missouri’s Senate are caving to Rep. Nancy Pelosi’s continued speakership past the November midterms due to redistricting foibles.

Redistricting Trend: Establishment Republicans in Missouri Are Desperate to Cave to Nancy Pelosi (Breitbart)

Critical Race Theory:

Hardwired Global, a human rights organization based in Richmond, Virginia, that has crafted curricula to promote peace and pluralism in the Middle East and North Africa, is launching a new effort to combat “divisive curriculums and teacher training programs” based on critical race theory.

Human rights org applies Middle East anti-radicalism strategy to combat critical race theory in US (Fox News)

Springfield Public Schools:

Last week, Dr. Maryam Mohammadkhani joined Nick Reed to talk about upcoming candidates running for the school board.

Nick Reed PODCAST: 02.02.22 – A Chat with SPS Board Member Maryam Mohammadkhani (KSGF)

The Springfield News-Leader wrote a piece about the interview, and reached out to the Springfield NEA. The Springfield National Education Association (NEA) responded by saying, “SNEA firmly stands behind our endorsements of Charles Taylor and Brandi VanAntwerp as the best candidates for Springfield Public Schools. How individuals vote is a personal decision, but we hope the community will consider the recommendations of local educators and staff.”

Byrne, Makoski get support from SPS board member Maryam Mohammadkhani (Springfield News-Leader)

In an email sent to us, members of the SNEA were asked to complete a survey by November 30th to select a candidate to support.

However, in committee notes dated November 18th, a bullet point says, “We can early endorse Charles so he can go ahead and launch his campaign. PAC money is IMPORTANT!”

Missouri Legislation:

There is new Missouri legislation that the opposition is dubbing as the ‘Make Murder Legal Act.’

Prosecutors oppose Missouri bill dubbed ‘Make Murder Legal Act’ by critics (KY3)

Senate Bill 666 is wanting to modify provisions on self-defense. You can read SB 666 for yourself by following the link below.

Senate Bill 666 (Missouri Senate)

Headlines:

Nick reads an article from the Springfield News-Leader titled, “Gov. Parson turns down Missouri Holocaust education commission request for state funding.”

Gov. Parson turns down Missouri Holocaust education commission request for state funding (Springfield News-Leader)

Nick also reads an AP article, “Trump turns to endorsements to keep bending GOP to his will.” Nick gives us a lesson in politics.

Trump turns to endorsements to keep bending GOP to his will (KY3)

COVID-19:

MSNBC contributor Dr. Eric Feigl-Ding became the latest guest to claim the omicron coronavirus variant could pose a serious threat to school children.