Critical race theory and feminism are not taking over our universities

United States Rep. Robert Johnson, D-Natchez, centre, and other members of the House express their objections to the banning of teaching of Critical Race Theory in Mississippi in March. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis)

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Conservative observers everywhere are complaining about a supposed surge in feminist and critical race theories being taught in colleges and universities.