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Thomas A. Garrett: “I think one of the existential challenges, and I use that word intentionally, existential, facing America is the denial…”

On the recordJuly 12, 2017
I think one of the existential challenges, and I use that word intentionally, existential, facing America is the denial of a fundamental entitlement of American birth, and that is the entitlement to an opportunity.
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Thomas A. Garrett
Virginia

Editor's note · Context

Garrett emphasizes the importance of equal opportunities for all children regardless of their background.

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