Statement from Lavora Barnes, Chair of the Michigan Democratic Party on the lawsuit filed against Betsy DeVos and the new Title IX requirements
“At a time when we should be focused on ensuring that our education system is prepared to handle the new realities of COVID-19, Betsy DeVos, our Secretary of Education, is focused on protecting perpetrators and forcing the revictimization of sexual assault and harrasment victims.
She is hell-bent on guaranteeing that our students cannot and will not be able to learn and thrive in a school setting. This would be the exact opposite of her current job requirements. The constant attacks on education would be shameful, embarrassing, and dangerous coming from anyone, but they are even more so when it is the Secretary of Education making these decisions. Where is the accountability?
We stand with Governor Whitmer and Attorney General Nessel and the many other states that have joined in this lawsuit. It is time to put an end to Betsy DeVos’ reign over our education system. Our students deserve better.”
