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Representing the 2nd Congressional District of Louisiana and the Who Dat Nation. Chairman

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    Apr 25

    It's absolutely unacceptable that schools are punishing our African-American kids the way they do. These kids are dealing with a multitude of issues at home and school should be a safe haven for them.

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    Today is the day. Tweet us using the hashtag to ask a question or comment. Members will start answering questions during the 9 AM EST hour.

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  4. Apr 25

    These findings are a clear indication that the needs to put guidance in place that will ensure our young black kids are being fairly treated in school. I have worked on this issue tirelessly since coming to Congress & I will continue to advocate for black students.

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  5. Apr 25

    And young black boys are not the only ones suffering from the disproportionate disciplinary action in schools. Young black girls are suspended and expelled at the highest percentages among both sexes and all racial groups.

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  6. Apr 25

    A study explored the disproportionate impact of school suspension and expulsion on black students in Southern students. Study:

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  7. Apr 25

    Shortly after introducing this bill, the Obama administration put into place guidelines for school discipline. The current Administration has repealed that guidance.

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  8. Apr 25

    In 2015, I took to the House floor to debate my Youth Empowerment Strategy which would give students the opportunities they need to be successful.

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  10. Apr 11

    A very big congratulations to all of the high school students throughout Louisiana. Education has the power to open multiple doors for young people and TOPS makes that possible.

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  11. Apr 10

    It’s time for women to get . No woman should have to work an extra 18 to 30 years to make what a man makes.

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  12. Apr 10

    Did you know that a black woman in Louisiana will have work until she is 104 years old to earn what a man will earn by the time he is 60 years old? Stats:

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  13. Apr 10

    . reports that women throughout the U.S. earn 20% less than men and the numbers only get worse as you look at different ethnic groups.

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  14. Apr 10

    is a day that should not exist in our society. Women work just as hard as men, if not harder, and they need to be paid .

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  17. Mar 30

    New Orleans Mayor-elect will become the first woman to hold the position when she is sworn in on May 7th.

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  18. Mar 29

    Irma Thomas, known as the “Soul Queen of New Orleans” is a local cultural icon and won her first Grammy in 2007.

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  19. Mar 27

    "As with many cases before Alton, the system has prioritized absolving the perpetrators instead of vigorously seeking fairness for the deceased, their family, and the larger communities in which they live."

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  20. Mar 21

    Families affected by the 2016 flood may be able to receive a tax refund based upon their losses due to recent changes in law.

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