In today's episode Karen sits down with Laura Durant, a community organizer and advocate from Southlake, Texas, a city that has become a battleground over educational diversity and inclusivity issues.
Laura shares her experience founding "Love Every Dragon," an ally network for LGBTQ+ students, and discusses her role as vice president of "Dignity for All Texas Students."
Their conversation delves into the challenges faced by the community, particularly around the controversial Cultural Competence Action Plan, which was met with fierce opposition from groups like Southlake Families PAC and Patriot Mobile, leading to its eventual rejection.
Laura's insights illuminate the intersection of education, politics, and community activism in Southlake, reflecting broader national debates.
For more information on issues discussed in this episode:
https://www.southlakestyle.com/community/people/loving-every-dragon/
https://www.washingtonpost.com/books/2024/05/17/schools-texas-mike-hixenbaugh/
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