1. United States
2. Texas
3. Letter

Dear Representatives, I am writing as a concerned Texan to urge you to oppose any efforts—federal, state, or local—that would move our public education system backward by eliminating desegregation orders or oversight that protects the right to equitable education for all students, regardless of race. This week, the U.S. Department of Justice dismissed a decades-old desegregation order in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana, calling it a “historical wrong.” That decision—framed as an administrative clean-up—ignores the persistent inequities in education across the South, including right here in Texas. Lifting such orders without clear, measurable proof that segregation and its legacy have been fully addressed is not only premature—it is dangerous. Research consistently shows that many districts released from court supervision have seen a rapid resegregation of their schools. This undermines the very promise of Brown v. Board of Education and puts generations of students, particularly Black and Brown children, at greater risk of being denied equal opportunities. Texas still struggles with racial disparities in school funding, discipline, access to advanced coursework, and teacher representation. We should be doubling down on our commitment to integration and equity—not erasing the few accountability mechanisms that still remain. I ask you to: Publicly oppose any effort to bring similar actions to Texas school districts. Advocate for continued federal oversight where necessary to ensure compliance with desegregation mandates. Support legislation that prioritizes educational equity and racial justice in Texas public schools. We cannot afford to treat civil rights protections as outdated “burdens.” They are a moral imperative and a legal obligation. Thank you for your attention to this critical matter. I look forward to your leadership in standing up for all students in Texas.