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Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (D-FL) issued the following statement on the anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education, the landmark U.S. Supreme Court decision that outlawed racial segregation in public schools.

"In the 61 years since the Supreme Court struck down ‘separate but equal' in Brown v. Board of Education, countless American children of color have benefited from increased access to opportunities in education," said Representative Wilson.

"However, given all the progress our nation has made, it is shameful that today there is still an opportunity gap that disadvantages children of color from low-income families. That is why it is critical that we pass an Elementary and Secondary Education Act reauthorization bill that continues to target funds to the schools and children who need it the most. We must do everything we can to ensure all children have an equal opportunity for a quality education."

"As we celebrate the anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education, let us remember that, for all of our progress, there is still a long way to go."

Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson is a third-term Congresswoman from Florida representing parts of Northern Miami-Dade and Southeast Broward counties. A former state legislator and school principal, she is the founder of the 5000 Role Models for Excellence Project, a mentoring program for young males at risk of dropping out of school. Congresswoman Wilson also founded the Florida Ports Caucus, a bipartisan taskforce that coordinates federal action in support of Florida's harbors and waterways.