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“Prior to COVID-19, New Mexico's students already faced a digital divide, and the COVID-19 pandemic has only exacerbated existing disparities.” quote by Ben Ray Lujan
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“Prior to COVID-19, New Mexico's students already faced a digital divide, and the COVID-19 pandemic has only exacerbated existing disparities.”

Ben Ray Lujan

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Source Speech: Congressional Testimony, 2020

The pandemic worsened pre‑existing gaps in technology access for New Mexico students, deepening inequality in education.

In simple terms: COVID widened the tech gap for students.

Key Takeaway

Address access and support urgently.

Themes

education inequality technology policy

Mood

concerned determined

Type

policy advocacy

When to use this quote

  • school districts
  • remote learning
  • community broadband
  • state funding

Key Concepts

digital divide pandemic impact equity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can policymakers ensure lasting tech equity?
  • What role can local communities play?
A Different Perspective

Solutions require sustained investment, not just temporary fixes.

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