Joe Biden's shameful record on school segregation
- Jonathan Kozol
- Jun 7, 2019
- 1 min read
Updated: Jul 15, 2021
Here's a shocker:
How many of you are aware of Joe Biden's shameful record on school segregation?
In the run-up to the Democratic primaries, Biden has been at the top of the polls because of his supposed "electability" as a consensus candidate. But I've been looking at his Senate history as a willing ally of Southern segregationists like the die-hard racist Dixiecrat, James Eastland of Mississippi.
For all the painful details, see the piece I published this week in The Nation online:
It’s deeply concerning to revisit how political histories have long impacted educational equity, a topic that makes thoughtful reflection on systemic inequities all the more important. Just as we use tools like the Extra Payment Calculator to plan for long-term financial fairness, we need consistent, intentional action to address historical injustices in school segregation and ensure equal opportunities for all students. This article sheds light on a little-discussed record that reminds us why accountability in education policy remains essential.
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