Last Updated: Aug 25, 2026
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The Order issued by Judge Samuel “Hardy” Mays in the local schools’ case has — with good reason — captured the attention of the public and the media alike during the past week.
We’ve all been subjected to countless media reports describing and analyzing the Order — What does it say? What does it mean? Who won? Who lost? What happens next?
I’ve read lots and lots of opinion. What I haven’t seen, though, are many links in the media to the Order itself.
Mindful of that, I wanted to pass a copy of the document so that you can read the Order for yourself, make your own analysis, and draw your own conclusions.
Microsoft Word – FINAL Order Deciding Case – FINAL
Warning: The Order is long (146 pages). However, it is well organized and very well written — an easy read insofar as legal opinions go.
I’d be interested to know what you think. I may offer some of my own observations after further reflection.
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