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Sharice Davids, a member of the U.S. Congress representing Kansas' 3rd district since 2019, has recently shared her thoughts on significant educational and economic issues through social media posts. Her tweets highlight her ongoing efforts to address historical education milestones and support essential programs that impact families in Kansas.

On May 17, 2025, Rep. Davids reflected on the landmark Supreme Court case Brown v. Board of Education, marking its 71st anniversary. She emphasized the importance of recounting the complete narrative behind this decision by acknowledging "The Webb family’s fight for their children’s education laid critical groundwork for the Supreme Court’s decision." Davids noted their courage as a pivotal influence in shaping history.

In another post dated May 18, 2025, she addressed the Head Start program's anniversary by advocating against proposed budget cuts. Rep. Davids stated "Head Start has helped generations of kids succeed — no matter their zip code or background." She expressed her commitment to protecting this program as it is crucial for providing every child with a strong start.

Later that day, Rep. Davids drew from personal experience growing up with a single mother to underline her focus on economic policies. She mentioned "That’s why I’m focused on lowering costs for everyday essentials, creating good-paying jobs, and ensuring fiscal responsibility in government spending." This highlights her dedication to supporting families working hard to meet financial demands.

Sharice Davids was born in Frankfurt, West Germany in 1980 and currently resides in Roeland Park. She holds degrees from both the University of Missouri-Kansas City and Cornell University Law School.