As we move into the 21st century, Latinos have become the largest minority group in American society. Consequently, we are shifting from a majority White/minority Black paradigm to a paradigm that will consider a broader spectrum of ethnic and racial diversity wherein Latinos will provide guidance in promoting inclusiveness as we address social change in the 21st century. The focus of this article is on the education of Latinos and on the efforts to address segregation while pursuing educational opportunities. It is concluded that maintaining any paradigm that promotes continued segregation of Latinos is inconsistent with the spirit if not the letter of the Brown v. Board of Education decision.
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