California Implements Alternative Learning Materials After Textbook Cancellation by Temecula School Board

The Temecula Valley Unified School District in Southern California will receive social studies books from the state to replace the textbooks that were canceled by three far-right school board members who objected to a mention of gay rights activist Harvey Milk. Governor Gavin Newsom criticized the board's actions and announced the state's intervention, following Twitter scoldings and a civil rights investigation. The state is pushing for legislation that would fine districts for failing to provide inclusive and diverse materials, and would make it harder for school boards to remove books. The bill has encountered opposition but has gained support from state Senate President pro Tempore Toni Atkins and Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas.