Virginia Gov. Youngkin's smart, conservative education policy is a blueprint for America

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Critical race theory was a flashpoint in Virginia, as it has been across much of the country

After taking the oath of office last week, Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin made good on his campaign promise by issuing an executive order banning critical race theory in the state’s schools. The governor’s various orders have drawn some criticism, but before rushing to judge the order, consider how we got to this point both in Virginia and across the country.

Youngkin was elected in November, in part, because he pledged to bring common sense pragmatism to the state. He said there should be no room for intolerance or discrimination in our classrooms or the public discourse.  

That message helped carry large swaths of independent and moderate voters, notably suburban moms, tipping the scales in a close election….