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The Story of Juneteenth Reminds Us That Education Is Essential to Freedom

The Story of Juneteenth Reminds Us That Education Is Essential to Freedom

The pursuit of education has been central to the Black freedom struggle for centuries.

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Rodney Coates

Juneteenth reminds us of Black Americans’ long struggle for education following end of slavery

Juneteenth reminds us of Black Americans’ long struggle for education following end of slavery

Enslaved people were not just enslaved physically, but mentally as well. as widespread laws in the South barred enslaved people from receiving an...

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New student loan limits could change who gets to become a professor, doctor or lawyer

Tighter federal borrowing limits may deepen inequities, especially for students from underrepresented backgrounds.

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Beyond the backlash: What evidence shows about the economic impact of DEI

From civil rights to corporate boardrooms, efforts to expand inclusion have long shaped American life. What does research show about the returns –...

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