From mask mandates to critical race theory, homeschooling in Texas offers freedom from bureaucracy if you can afford it.

While El Paso city leaders are urging Texas Governor Greg Abbott to rethink his stance on mask mandates in public schools, homeschooling students and parents across the state haven’t missed a beat. Last week, El Paso Mayor Oscar Leeser and County Judge Ricardo Samaniego sent a letter to Texas Governor Gregg Abbott asking that the Executive Order that he recently issued which forbids mask mandates in public schools be amended to allow local government or school districts to be responsible for implementing mask mandates if they want to. Governor Abbott has not publicly responded to the letter, however remains steadfast in affirming “always voluntary, never forced.” regarding vaccinations, and mask wearing in the state of Texas. (Excerpts from Newsbreakdaily)