Sen. Nikki Merritt to Hold Press Conference on Teaching AP African Studies Courses in Georgia Schools

ATLANTA (July 23, 2024) - On Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at noon, Sen. Nikki Merritt (D-Grayson) will be joined by Democratic Leader Gloria Butler (D-Stone Mountain) and Rep. Dr. Jasmine Clarke (D-Lilburn) in holding a joint Senate and House press conference on the State School Superintendent's decision to block an AP African American Studies course.

EVENT DETAILS:
• Date: Wednesday, July 24, 2024
• Time: 12:00 p.m.
• Location: Georgia State Capitol, South Steps, 206 Washington St., Atlanta, GA 30334
• This event is open to the public.

ABOUT THE EVENT:
Sen. Merritt, Leader Butler and Rep. Clarke will be joined by a variety of guest speakers, including Parker Short, President of the Georgia Young Democrats, the ACLU of Georgia, and Georgia teachers and students.

MEDIA OPPORTUNITIES:
We kindly request that members of the media confirm their attendance in advance by contacting Sydney Horwitz at [email protected].

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Sen. Nikki Merritt represents the 9th Senate District which includes portions of Gwinnett County. She may be reached at 404.463.2260 or via email at [email protected]

Sen. Gloria Butler serves as the Senate Minority Leader. She represents the 55th Senate District which includes Gwinnett and DeKalb Counties. She can be reached at 404.656.0075 or via email at [email protected]