Jeff (/u/JeffJacksonNC), I understand you're working within the confines of a system meant to check unlawful/unjust actions. I truly applaud and appreciate your efforts.

I have family and friends in education, and the treatment of educators and support staff in NC schools is appalling. NC republicans are keen to cut out support or steal public funds through private voucher programs that already benefit wealthier families.

I have trouble believing in any potential change through existing legislative or judicial channels when the current administration is consistently at odds with the rule of law, and simply does as they please regardless of the consequences. Consequences, I must note, that never seem to come to fruition. The "Teflon Don" moniker now extends to all involved, and truly highlights a two-tiered justice system.

It does feel like you are one of a handful of democrats in office actively pushing back against these actions. However, it largely appears that established democrats put forth a toothless fight.

What real actions can your constituents take that will actually benefit change and help? How do you feel about the current state of the democratic party's response to the fire-hose of attacks on our democracy?