Quote by Jonathan Kozol

During the decades after Brown v. Board of Education there was terrific progress. Tens of thousands of public schools were integrated racially. During that time the gap between black and white achievement narrowed.

During the decades after Brown v. Board of Education there w

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This quote highlights the positive impact of the landmark Supreme Court case, Brown v. Board of Education, on racial integration and educational equity. It suggests that in the aftermath of this case, numerous public schools were racially integrated, leading to notable advancements. The quote further emphasizes that during this era, there was also a reduction in the achievement gap between black and white students, indicating that integration positively influenced educational opportunities and outcomes for marginalized communities.

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