A Typed Two Page Letter Hand Signed by President John F. Kennedy, July 12, 1963,

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A Typed Two Page Letter Hand Signed by President John F. Kennedy, July 12, 1963, Addressed to Mr. Robert W. Brown JR., School Board Chairman, Parma OH. This letter is in regard to 'solving the grave civil rights faced by this Nation,' especially pertaining to young peoples education and job opportunities. Together with original envelope post marked July 16, 1963. The letter reads: 'July 12, 1963 Dear Mr. Brown: At a meeting in the White House with a group of leading educators, it was recommended that I write you personally to seek your help in solving the grave civil rights problems faced by this Nation. I am convinced that the resolution of this deeply-troubling issue must have the attention of leaders from all walks of life in every community and State. It is the American tradition, which we all wish to preserve, that the responsibility for education remain at the State and local level--in the hands of duly authorized citizens closely associated with particular schools, colleges, and universities. The leadership that you and your colleagues show in extending equal educational opportunity today will influence American life for decades to come. At the White House meeting it was urged that a massive, nationwide effort be undertaken this summer to persuade our young people to return to school in September. As you know so well, this is a problem which affects both white and negro students and their families. It is of particular significance because of the lack of job opportunities for inadequately trained youth and the explosive situation in many of our great cities. The cooperation of State and local school systems, colleges, and universities will be needed, and I hope that you and your colleagues will give the program every possible support. Equal opportunity for education and for employment is a phrase without meaning unless the individual is prepared to take advantage of it. Young people and adults alike who have been disadvantaged need special programs in both general and vocational education if they are to be ready for further formal education or for employment. I have proposed to the Congress an expansion of Federal support in these areas, but the main task, of course, has to be carried out by State and local educational systems and by public and private institutions. I have also urged that there be established across the country biracial commissions to aid in solving the variety of problems that have arisen in our society in the area with which we are so concerned. I hope that you and your colleagues will work actively with these commissions and urge their establishment where they are not yet in existence. Finally, may I express the hope that you will discuss this letter with your colleagues and if possible enlist their support. I urge you to commence or intensify your effort immediately in meeting this national problem and suggest that you advise Commissioner Keppel of the United States Office of Education of your progress--I would hope there could be an initial report by August fifteenth and again by the end of September outlining the progress you have been able to achieve. Certainly any questions or suggestions you have should also be directed to Commissioner Keppel. Whether there is a significant reduction in dropouts when schools resume in the fall will depend, in great measure, on your efforts in your own community. We solicit your sympathetic support and assistance. Sincerely, John Kennedy' Framed dimensions: h:17 1/8 x w: 18 5/8 in.
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