As the national discourse over Critical Race Theory (CRT) continues to heat up, many are wondering where President Joe Biden stands on this controversial topic. During his presidential campaign, Biden refused to take a clear stance on Critical Race Theory, leaving many voters uncertain about what his position might be.
However, since taking office, President Biden has made several comments that suggest he is sympathetic to some of the principles and goals of CRT. In a recent address to the nation, Biden stated that he believes “systemic racism is a stain on our nation’s soul” and that the United States has “a long way to go to truly reckon with and dismantle the legacy of slavery, Jim Crow, and systemic racism.”
Additionally, the Biden administration has taken several steps to promote a more inclusive view of history and American culture. For example, the White House has declared Juneteenth, a holiday that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States, a federal holiday. The administration has also restored funding to a program that teaches “critical race theory”-style lessons in schools.
Critics of CRT argue that it fosters a divisive view of American history and culture, and that it encourages a focus on difference rather than unity. Some have suggested that CRT may even be a form of indoctrination, with the goal of turning young people against their country.
Proponents of CRT, on the other hand, argue that it provides a framework for understanding how systemic racism operates in society, and that it empowers marginalized groups to better understand their own experiences. They suggest that CRT can help to promote greater social justice and equality, and that it encourages a more nuanced and honest view of history.
It remains to be seen how the Biden administration will continue to address CRT in the months and years ahead. However, it is clear that the president is committed to addressing issues of systemic racism and inequality in American society, and that CRT is likely to remain a central part of the national conversation for some time to come.
