As a former teacher and a mother and grandmother, I know firsthand the importance of a quality education.
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Nationality: American Type: Politician Born: September 26, 1936 |
I grew up skateboarding; it was fun. I didn't think about money, I didn't know how much professional skateboarders made. I just knew that if I became a professional skateboarder, I would achieve a lot and get to travel and do these great things.
African American children can't be educationally disadvantaged for 12 years and then experience a miracle cure when it comes time for admission into college.

