Dr. Johnson's Perspectives on Civil Rights

Dr. Richard Johnson, representing the Booker T Washington Initiative, speaks in support of House Bill 28 and against CRT. He shares his personal and professional background, emphasizing his opposition to CRT and his commitment to civil rights and equality. Dr. Johnson discusses his educational journey, teaching experience, and family values, advocating for equal opportunities rather than guaranteed outcomes. He concludes by expressing gratitude to the committee and urging support for the bill.

What initiative is Dr. Richard Johnson associated with?

• Harriet Tubman Initiative

• Booker T. Washington Initiative

• Martin Luther King Jr. Initiative

• Frederick Douglass Initiative

Which bill does Dr. Johnson express support for?

• House Bill 3979

• House Bill 28

• Senate Bill 101

• Senate Bill 42

What was a significant outcome of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 according to Dr. Johnson?

• Unity among different communities

• Increased segregation

• More educational institutions

• Economic downturn

Which historical case helped overcome Plessy vs. Ferguson?

• Brown vs. Board of Education

• Roe vs. Wade

• Dred Scott vs. Sandford

• Marbury vs. Madison

Where did Dr. Johnson earn his bachelor's degree?

• Prairie View A&M University

• Texas Southern University

• St. Phillips College

• Wiley College

What does Dr. Johnson believe about equality and equity?

• Equality means everyone has the same opportunities

• Equality and equity are the same

• Equity ensures everyone ends up in the same place

• Equity is more important than equality

What does CRT do according to Dr. Johnson?

• Supports economic growth

• Encourages innovation

• Separates people

• Promotes unity

What is a key principle of the Civil Rights Act of 1964?

• Segregation in education

• Exclusion based on race

• Equal participation regardless of race

• Preference for certain races

Who was James Farmer according to Dr. Johnson?

• A sports coach

• A civil engineer

• A famous musician

• A founder of the Congress on Racial Equality

What does Dr. Johnson hope the committee will do?

• Reject House Bill 28

• Ignore the Civil Rights Act

• Support House Bill 28

• Focus on economic policies