Renee and Susan discuss the dismissal of the Leandro Case and where we go from here. We discuss the April 2nd court decision that saw Chief Justice Paul Newbie dismiss the 30-year-old Leandro case with prejudice.

Renee pulls no punches as she breaks down the legal "reverse engineering" used to end this landmark case, which sought to ensure every North Carolina child receives a sound, basic education. From the "flimsy" arguments regarding subject matter jurisdiction to the dismissal's implications for generations of students, this episode serves as both a legal autopsy and a call to arms.

But the episode doesn't stop at the "primal scream." Susan provides a roadmap for hope, reminding us that while a court case may be dismissed, the North Carolina Constitution remains alive and well.

Key Highlights:

The "Newbie" Decision: Why dismissing the case "with prejudice" is a grave injustice that attempts to silence constitutional claims forever.
The Racism of Rhetoric: A look at the historical context of the NC Constitution and how the recent opinion "sneers" at its post-Civil War origins.
The Principles of Leandro: Why the focus on adequate, equitable, and accountable funding is more relevant now than ever.
The Rise of "Little Leandros": Susan's predictions on the future of educational advocacy, from rural districts to students with disabilities.
Call to Action: Concrete steps you can take right now, including upcoming rallies at the General Assembly and the May 1st Teacher March.

Important Dates for Advocates:

April 21st: Join education advocates at the North Carolina General Assembly for a day of legislative meetings and action.
May 1st: The "All Out" Teacher March – let's make Raleigh a sea of red once again.
November 2026: Every seat in the legislature is up for grabs. Make Leandro your litmus test at the ballot box.

(0:13) - Leandro Ruling Shock

(2:08) - Dismissed With Prejudice

(4:20) - What With Prejudice Means

(6:39) - Opinion Dissected

(11:21) - Rhetoric and Citations

(13:50) - Why It Matters

(15:59) - Leandro Principles Live On

(20:07) - Budget Season Roadmap

(23:05) - Elections and Courts

(25:48) - Action Steps and Events

Show Notes:

Join us April 21st for an Education Advocacy Day at the NCGA https://pastorsforncchildren.org/2026/02/10/april-21-public-education-advocacy-day/ All out May 1st : https://www.ncae.org/about-ncae/media-center/press-releases/ncae-and-educators-across-north-carolina-march-state-capital

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