Georgia Falls Short on Delivering AP African American Studies Course
Despite what appears to be a reversal of an earlier statement, AP African American Studies will not be offered in Georgia's public schools.
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Despite what appears to be a reversal of an earlier statement, AP African American Studies will not be offered in Georgia's public schools.
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