Rep. Ray Russell

Rep. Ray Russell

Guest Contributor, Cardinal & Pine

is a state House member representing Ashe and Watauga counties. He is a professor at Appalachian State University.

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Commentary 26 Years After Leandro, These Lawmakers Say This is How to Fix Educational Inequality in NC

Three North Carolina lawmakers say the state legislature has failed to meet the orders of the landmark Leandro case.

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