No to House Bill 269: Keep religion and politics out of our schools

A new bill in Ohio proposes mandating the teaching of abstinence until marriage across all grade levels. It would require endorsing a controversial monogamous view that some find discriminatory. Public schools should maintain a secular, inclusive curriculum focused on academics and skills rather than promoting specific ideological views on private matters. I urge considering the diversity of beliefs in our communities and ensuring public education remains unbiased, balanced, and welcoming to all students.