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Judge In Commonwealth Court PA School Funding Case Rules To Allow Evidence About Racial Impact Of Underfunding

Trial in our case challenging the constitutionality of our General Assembly's system for funding public schools will begin on September 9, 2021

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The Public Interest Law Center uses high-impact legal strategies to advance the civil, social, and economic rights of communities in the Philadelphia region facing discrimination, inequality, and poverty. We use litigation, community education, advocacy, and organizing to secure access to fundamental resources and services.

Trial In Pennsylvania School Funding Lawsuit Will Begin September 9

The first trial in Pennsylvania history challenging the constitutionality of our General Assembly's system for funding public schools will begin on September 9, 2021 in Harrisburg

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2021 Annual Celebration • The Promise of Equity and Justice

On Thursday, October 21, join us at Vie for a celebration of all those who help realize the promise of equity and justice, honoring our former Executive Director Jennifer Clarke.

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