New history textbooks bought by York County school board deemed 'anti-American' by critics

New History Textbooks Deemed 'Anti-American'

A request for new AP U.S. history textbooks by a York County school sparked debate among school board members.

Critics, including a school board member, called the books "anti-American" and claimed they "ignore the greatness" of the country.

The Dover Area school board ultimately approved the textbooks with a unanimous vote.

The approved textbook is the 16th edition of "American History: Connecting with the Past," published by McGraw Hill in 2023.

The book was accused of being “anti-American”

The College Board provides updated textbooks to help students prepare for the AP U.S. history exam.

Author's summary: Debate sparks over new history textbooks.

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WHP CBS 21 WHP CBS 21 — 2025-10-24

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