Florida's Controversial Decision: Removing Sociology from Core College Courses

Florida's board of education, led by Governor Ron DeSantis, has removed sociology as a core class from the state's public universities, replacing it with a US history curriculum. This move is part of a series of "anti-woke" measures, including banning an advanced placement class in African American studies and planning to abolish diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. Educators and the American Sociological Association have criticized the decision, warning of plummeting enrollments and the devastating impact on sociology departments. Critics view this as part of DeSantis's "culture wars" and a political approach to reforming college campuses.