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Bobby Scott: “Let's not forget the intent of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act when it was passed in 1965.”

On the recordFebruary 24, 2016
Let's not forget the intent of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act when it was passed in 1965.
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Bobby Scott
Democratic · Virginia

Editor's note · Context

The ESEA aimed to ensure equal educational opportunities for all children.

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