After reading the other comments I was so concerned that either people did not understand the meaning of culture or used this forum as an opportunity to push an agenda that is misguided and has misinformation.  If Virginia wants to be a commonwealth that is welcoming and teaches their youth to be able to communicate with and appreciate all people, than these standards are imperative.  The question is why would anyone reject respecting all cultures?  To speak of God in this the creator of all mankind, the definition of love your neighbor, if we do not have this and reject it this speaks volumes to a greater need.