From teacher to Oklahoma's superintendent: Tracing Ryan Walters' education and career path to controversy

Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters has stirred national controversy with sweeping changes to the state's education system. His curriculum revisions promote 2020 election conspiracy theories, mandate Bible instruction, and target undocumented students. Critics argue these measures politicize education and undermine academic integrity, while supporters see them as conservative reforms. This article examines Walters' educational background and career path, shedding light on how his academic and political journey has shaped his controversial tenure.

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