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Crockett Claps Back at Greene: Education Doesn't Define Identity

8/21/2025

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Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) defended her understanding of the Black experience against Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's (R-GA) criticisms of her education. Greene called Crockett a "fraud" in an interview.
In response, Crockett emphasized that education does not define Black identity and launched the "Crockett Clapback Collection" merchandise line to support her campaign.

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Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) defended her understanding of the Black experience against Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's (R-GA) criticisms of her education. Greene called Crockett a "fraud" in an interview.
In response, Crockett emphasized that education does not define Black identity and launched the "Crockett Clapback Collection" merchandise line to support her campaign.