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The Guardian - US
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Lauren Gambino in Washington

‘Parents’ rights’: Republicans wage education culture war as 2024 looms

Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Davenport, Iowa, on 13 March.
Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Davenport, Iowa, on 13 March. Photograph: Jonathan Ernst/Reuters

Speaking recently at a theater in Davenport, Iowa, Donald Trump marveled at the crowd’s reaction when he vowed to “bring back parental rights into our schools”. The line elicited thunderous applause – one of the loudest ovations of his nearly two-hour address.

“Can you imagine what I’m doing? I’m saying, ‘Parents, you have rights’ … and the place goes crazy,” remarked the former president, who is again seeking the Republican nomination.

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