A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding Boston's celebration of the Little Rock Nine on the 50th anniversary of their courageous and selfless stand in the face of hatred, violence, and intolerance.

Summary

Declares that the Senate: (1) joins with the people of Massachusetts in honoring the courage of the Little Rock Nine (the nine African-American students who, 50 years ago, were the first to racially integrate Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas); (2) endeavors to ensure that no American is denied access to education because of race or ethnicity; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to remember the importance of equal opportunity in education.

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Timeline

1. 24 October 2007

   Introduced

   Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S13366-13367)

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2. 24 October 2007

   Introduced

   Introduced in Senate

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• Introduced in Senate · 24 October 2007 · Download file

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Sponsors

• Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA] · D · Sponsor
• Sen. Kennedy, Edward M. [D-MA] · D · Sponsor
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Related records

• related to → Recognizing the 50th anniversary of the September 25, 1957, desegregation of Little Rock Central High School by the Little Rock Nine.
• related to → A resolution recognizing the 50th anniversary of the desegregation of Little Rock Central High School, one of the most significant events in the American civil rights movement.