Lorain Horizon Science Academy In Ohio Reverses Afro Puff Ban, Admits It Was A Mistake (VIDEO)

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After an outcry, Lorain Horizon Science Academy in Ohio has apologized and rescinded its intention to ban afro puffs and hair braids. James Knight, an advisory board member at the school, joined HuffPost Live's Nancy Redd Monday to explain how the policy came about and to express regret for how it was interpreted.

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