Renee and Susan provide an overview of the themes emerging at the General Assembly this year.

Renee and Susan talk about the toll that fighting against an endless stream of bad bills can take, and provide tip on how to stay ready to fight.

Renee and Susan talk about the recent demands that advocates not use the word Leandro at the legislature, and what that says about the people who set limits on why and when they'll listen to their constituents. Head here to send a note to your own legislators urging them to fund Leandro now: https://p2a.co/JRQd3gl

Susan and Renee discuss an exciting opportunity Susan had to discuss what we really need to make public schools succeed, and we muse about the goal of public education.

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Susan and Renee close out 2022 with our proposed New Year's Resolutions for public education in NC.

Susan and Renee break down this month's landmark Leandro victory and tell you why there's reason for hope and optimism. Leandro decision: https://appellate.nccourts.org/opinions/?c=1&pdf=41895

Susan and Renee reflect on the things we are grateful for as we head into Thanksgiving week.

Renee and Susan debate the utility of "get over it" as advice for dealing with discomfort in advocacy.

Call to action: please submit comment about the teacher licensing proposal: https://tinyurl.com/PEPSCcontact