U.S. News

Equality Matters More Than Integration in Schools

Education

As we mark 60 years since Brown v. Board of Education, we hail integration—but let’s not assume that black kids can learn only if seated next to whites.

articles/2014/05/15/equality-matters-more-than-integration-in-schools/140514-mcwhorter-brown-board-tease_aiee59
Getty

As we reach the 60-year anniversary of the Brown v. Board of Education decision Saturday, a great many will complain that after all this time, segregation is still rampant in America’s schools.

This won't last long. One year of fearless reporting for only $35 $25.

Don't miss this subscriber exclusive article. 

Got a tip? Send it to The Daily Beast here.