I thank Congresswoman Fudge for yielding the additional time. Let me conclude by saying, in doing this, Congresswoman Fudge and Chairman Scott have documented this, that by having equitable access to resources, we actually found that racial prejudice is reduced by making sure that our children are in diverse schools and classrooms. All of our students should receive the best education regardless of their race and ethnicity. That is what this bill is about. Mr. Speaker, I thank Congresswoman Fudge, the gentlewoman from Ohio, for putting forth this bill, because she more than most knows the importance of diversity.
Barbara Lee: “I thank Congresswoman Fudge for yielding the additional time. Let me conclude by saying, in doing this, Congresswoman…”
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