Guest:Laura Powell — Civil Rights AttorneyGuest Bio: Laura Powell is a civil rights attorney and founder of the Californians for Equal Rights Foundation. A fearless advocate for parental rights, free speech, and equal treatment under the law, Powell has emerged as a bold voice challenging the political corruption of California’s public institutions. Through high-impact legal efforts and public advocacy, she’s fighting to restore balance, reason, and constitutional principles to the Golden State.Show SummaryIs California still a land of opportunity — or is it becoming a state of control? In this powerful episode, civil rights attorney Laura Powell joins Jon Slavet to discuss the growing wave of bureaucratic overreach in California and what it means for families, students, and everyday citizens. From school choice and gender policy to CEQA reform and free expression, Powell unpacks how legal systems once meant to protect rights are being weaponized for political agendas. She also shares how regular people can reclaim their voice and push back through the courts and the ballot.Chapters00:00 – California Is Turning on Its Own People01:25 – Meet Laura Powell: Civil Rights Attorney03:15 – Parental Rights in the Crosshairs05:30 – How Public Education Became a Battleground08:10 – CEQA and the Fight for Common Sense11:02 – The Political Capture of Institutions13:45 – Legal Tools to Reclaim Our Rights16:22 – Why Speech and Equity Are Being Twisted19:00 – Fighting Back Through Courts and Community21:15 – Final Thoughts on Hope, Justice, and ReformConnect with LauraTwitter: https://x.com/LauraPowellEsqEnjoyed the episode? Subscribe to our podcast, leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join the conversation on Instagram and LinkedIn with the hashtag #stateofgoldpodcastConnect with State of Gold X: https://x.com/realjonslavet Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/stateofgold/about Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stateofgoldpodcast/?hl=en Website: www.stateofgold.com

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