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Washington v. Dallas Independent School District

Washington v. Dallas Independent School District was a significant court case concerning civil rights and school desegregation in the United States. The case focused on whether the Dallas school district was adequately addressing racial segregation and discrimination within its schools. The plaintiffs argued that the district's policies perpetuated racial imbalance and violated students' rights. Ultimately, the court ruled in favor of the plaintiffs, emphasizing the need for equitable education and the dismantling of segregationist practices in schools to ensure that all students have equal access to quality education, regardless of their race.