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Patsy T. Mink: “I heard a commentator the other day on a talk show say that next to the civil rights, title IX has probably made the…”

On the recordJune 19, 2002
I heard a commentator the other day on a talk show say that next to the civil rights, title IX has probably made the most difference in this country in opening up opportunities, and I certainly have to agree that a small effort, a deep commitment, and the consensus of this House in going along and enacting this title IX has made it a tremendous difference for the girls and women in our society.
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Patsy T. Mink
Hawaii

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Discussing the impact of Title IX on opportunities for girls and women.

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