Intersectionality is a framework for understanding how different forms of discrimination and oppression overlap and interact. It recognizes that people can experience multiple forms of discrimination based on their race, gender, class, sexual orientation, and other factors. Intersectionality helps us to understand how these forms of discrimination can create unique challenges and barriers for individuals and communities.
The future of American education is in flux as conservatives push for drastic changes to address concerns about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives and learning loss. Various individuals and organizations have expressed interest in leading the Department of Education under a potential second Trump administration, with priorities ranging from school choice to dismantling the department itself. The current landscape includes grassroots movements opposing critical race theory and gender ideology in K-12 schools, while higher education institutions face pressure to eliminate DEI programs and focus on academic achievement.
