Texas leaders outraged by New York Times project on slavery answered with ‘Texas 1836 project’
, Jason Stanford, co-author of “Forget the Alamo,” a book that last year argued slavery was the driving force behind the Texas Revolution, offered criticisms of an early draft of the pamphlet — yet called it surprisingly accurate. He reserved judgment until a final version gets through editing by the state education agency and the scrutiny of legislators.
Former Texas Land Commissioner Jerry Patterson, who sits on the committee, dismissed the Texas Monthly piece as unfair. But he acknowledged that historians have only been telling a broader and inclusive story of the state since the 1980s. “This tale is far from perfect, like most human endeavors. Even so, it is full of optimism, energy, grit and gumption that sets a bold example for the rest of the nation and the world,” the pamphlet states.
Though criticized by LaGrone and Phillips as being soft in his characterizations of slavery in past writings, Frazier took it in stride. He said comments about the draft have kept him focused on the task of summarizing a complex history in some 4,500 words.“I’m happy for the folks that have taken shots at it out there in the big wide world. Because it makes you think.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Buckeye's 'Confetti Project' inspires 8th-graders to connect, build social relationships with peers and adultsA Buckeye M.S. teacher’s search for social connection during a time of isolation is helping her students build new relationships of their own through a new class project, “The Confetti Project.”
Read more »
Essay: Can’t imagine a Democratic Texas governor? Let me tell you about Ann.From the 1970s to the mid 1990s, Texas had strong elected leaders who actually responded...
Read more »
Over $5.7 million in grants presented to 26 North Texas veterans service agenciesOver $5.7 million in Texas Veterans Commission grants have been awarded to 26 North Texas programs.
Read more »
Texas college football rankings: Longhorns 'best' of the 'losers'Despite beating Army, UTSA Roadrunners drop four spots. Next week they get the Longhorns.
Read more »