North Carolina: Some teachers concerned over proposed background check law

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    Some NC teachers concerned over proposed background check law

    A possible new law is being discussed in the North Carolina General Assembly that would require educators to have criminal background checks. Senate Bill 867 states some of the crimes included are homicide, rape, prostitution, and civil disorder. Civil Disorder is what some teachers are concerned about. “For those elected officials to use their energy to bring this together, it’s offensive to me that’s now what we elected you for,” said Turquoise Parker. Parker is a third grade teacher for East Way Elementary School in Durham. She also has a criminal record. Parker was arrested two weeks ago after marching ...


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