The Holler welcomes the AMAZING Julie von Haefen. Between being a mother of three, a dedicated public education advocate, and a member of the NC House, Julie knows a thing or two about service and leadership. Lucky for Quinn and Daniel, she's taking a moment out of her hectic schedule to visit the Holler and recount her journey from PTA leader to lawmaker, highlighting her grassroots efforts in advocating for public education; even as a state rep she's STILL in the classroom as a substitute teacher!!  Beyond sharing her insights from the halls of power, Julie takes the school defunders to task, demonstrating how the comprehensive Leandro Plan can fulfill our state's constitutional obligation to provide a sound basic education to every child in North Carolina. Connect with Julie on Instagram @juliefornc and through her website www.juliefornc.com

00:00 World’s Greatest Podcast Intro

01:25 Special Guest: Julie von Haefen's Journey to Politics

03:20 From PTA President to State Representative: Julie's Advocacy for Education

08:04 Inside the Classroom: A Representative's Perspective

11:14 The Leandro Case: A Landmark for North Carolina Education

17:48 Navigating Legislative Challenges and Strategies

18:38 The Battle for Public Education: Persistence and Tactics

22:07 Understanding the Impact of Funding on Education

22:47 Exploring the Realities of Teacher Pay and School Resources

26:40 The Political Landscape of Education Funding

31:09 Voucher System Debate: Unpacking the Consequences

35:32 Reflecting on Public Good and Community Support

37:30 Wrapping Up: A Conversation on Data-Driven Leadership