The lawsuit trying to desegregate N.J. schools
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A landmark New Jersey court case is seeking to desegregate schools across the state. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
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Studies have found New Jersey has some of the most segregated public schools in the U.S. — despite being one of few states whose constitution bans de facto school segregation. A landmark lawsuit is trying to change that and could bring major changes to education in the Garden State. To see the racial makeup of your school district, check out NJ Spotlight’s interactive map here.
Guest: NJ Spotlight founder & reporter John Mooney
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