Schools should teach children about sexuality before puberty

Policies and political debates shaping American schools and higher education, from funding formulas and curriculum fights to student rights, admissions and the federal role. Runs across three levels of government, with most authority resting with states and local districts rather than Washington.

Political battles over cultural and social issues in the United States.

Debate and legislation over how American government and public institutions treat gender identity, gender-affirming care and the rights of transgender people. Contested mainly at state level and in the courts, across schools, sports, healthcare access and the wording of identity documents.