ATLANTA – State Representatives Rhonda Burnough (D-Riverdale), Sandra Scott (D-Rex), Kim Schofield (D-Atlanta) and Viola Davis (D-Stone Mountain) today issued the following statements in support of Vice President Kamala Harris and urge state leaders to protect Black history curriculum in K-12 classrooms:
Reps. Carter, Scott, Davis, Schofield Serve as Panelists for GLBC Conference’s “Operation Desert Georgia” Panel
ATLANTA – State Representatives Doreen Carter (D-Lithonia), Sandra Scott (D-Rex), Viola Davis (D-Stone Mountain) and Kim Schofield (D-Atlanta) recently participated in the Georgia Legislative Black Caucus’ (GLBC) annual conference on Saturday, July 22, 2023, at the EnMarket Arena in Savannah. These legislators, along with Dr. Rickie Keys, served as special guest speakers for the conference’s “Operation Desert Georgia: Food Desert, Health Desert and Credit Desert” panel session.
Reps. Burnough, Scott, Schofield Urge Equal Pay for Black Women
ATLANTA – State Representative Rhonda Burnough (D-Riverdale), Sandra Scott (D-Rex) and Kim Schofield (D-Atlanta) seek to join a coalition of advocates, lawmakers and community members from across the country to raise awareness about the wage gap that impacts Black women and their families. On Thursday, July 27, these legislators will also participate in Black Women’s Equal Pay Day 2023, a national event that will highlight the pay gap for Black women.
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Reps. Davis, Scott, Schofield Announce Joint Priorities, Vision for 2024 Legislative Session
ATLANTA – State Representatives Viola Davis (D-Stone Mountain), Sandra Scott (D-Rex) and Kim Schofield (D-Atlanta) today unveiled their joint legislative agenda and vision for the 2024 legislative session. Driven by justice and equity-focused issues, these legislators will continue to pursue legislation aimed at impacting education, economic development, voting rights, criminal justice reform, gun safety reform, health care and housing.
Embracing Resilience: Overcoming the Supreme Court’s Affirmative Action Ruling
By State Representative Sandra Scott (D-Rex)
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As the nation grapples with the recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling that struck down affirmative action in college admissions, it is crucial to foster a sense of resilience and determination among marginalized communities. In response to this ruling, I must assert that our Black children possess exceptional intellect and an unshakable destiny to succeed, and these children will emerge even stronger.
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