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On the recordJune 6, 2026
“The formative years of a child’s life are meant to help build skills and develop an intricate understanding of the world around them – those years are meant to be spent far from screens. Parents who seek to instill independence in their children, whether it be in routines or simple activities away from screens, deserve to do so freely and without outdated and incompatible child welfare standards threatening their parental rights.
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Virginia Foxx
Republican · North Carolina

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizing the importance of childhood independence.

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