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After a week of demonstrations, protests and viral Internet coverage, Shelton High School in Connecticut has reversed its decision regarding
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After a week of demonstrations, protests and viral Internet coverage, Shelton High School in Connecticut has reversed its decision regarding
James Tate is a senior at Shelton High School in Connecticut. He’s an Advanced Placement student with no disciplinary record.
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