The aftermath
DeAndre’s battle for hair length was a small milestone in the case for minority youth in America. Although he may not have realized it at the time, he set a new policy and standard for kids with other hair types that would follow after him. Dreads are here to stay and no one can make you cut them off.
The battle may continue for other issues that are outdated and single out minority groups in America, but this one was rightfully won. Slowly but surely, the after-effects of brave people like DeAndre and his family can make their country a better, more accepting place for everyone as long as they keep speaking out.