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The official account of the National Education Association. We are 3 million educators 💪🏽, advocating for our students and our professions. #RedforEd

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@NEAToday
NEA
6 years
Bringing more guns into our schools does nothing to protect our students and educators from gun violence. Our students need more books, art and music programs, nurses and school counselors; they do not need more guns in their classrooms. #ArmMeWith
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We are so excited about having a friend and colleague in the White House with @DrBiden , an educator and longtime NEA member, as First Lady! A compassionate leader, she is ready to listen and prioritize educators’ needs at the federal level and we can't wait to partner with her!
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Betsy DeVos failed to answer a single question from @DanaBashCNN on #CNNSOTU about how this administration would ensure the safety of students, educators, & their families. Saying “kids should go back to school” over and over isn’t a plan—it’s dangerous
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We are proud to recommend @JoeBiden , a tireless advocate for students, educators, and strong public schools to be the Democratic Nominee for President of the United States. #EducatorsforJoe #StrongPublicSchools
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Our children just want to be safe. Our children just want to be safe. Our children just want to be safe. Our children just want to be safe. Our children just want to be safe. Our children just want to be safe. Our children just want to be safe. Our children just want to be safe.
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Give public school educators a raise.
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The First Lady of the United States is an educator and NEA member. What an amazing day! #InaugurationDay
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Together, we did this! #NEAVotes
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Where are my non-medical doctorates at?
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Rest in power, Ruth.
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You can say that again, @NicholasFerroni .
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Pay educators more.
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Teachers - and all educators - are superheroes. #ThankaTeacher #TeacherAppreciationWeek
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This IS a great day for educators! @DrBiden will be an incredible First Lady!
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Joe Biden
4 years
For America’s educators, this is a great day: You’re going to have one of your own in the White House, and Jill is going to make a great First Lady.
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The student debt crisis is not accidental or dysfunctional – lawmakers, banks, and loan servicers are responsible for a system that crushes American families. It's time for collective action to #CancelStudentDebt and secure affordable higher education for all.
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Becky Pringle
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Our right to learn, grow and thrive, should be based on how big we dream and how hard we work, not where we come from, or how much money we make. I call on our leaders to use every tool they can to #CancelStudentDebt , including by executive action:
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#ArmMeWith the things students really need. @davidhogg111 #NEARA18
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5 years
This story is outrageous. Active shooter drills are traumatizing enough, without the physical pain. Now @ISTAmembers is working to get language prohibiting teachers from being shot with any sort of ammunition added to a school safety bill.
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Indiana State Teachers Association (ISTA)
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'It hurt so bad': Indiana teachers shot with plastic pellets during active shooter training. via @ArikaHerron
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BREAKING: #SCOTUS rules on #Janus , turns its back on American workers—educators, nurses, firefighters, police officers, and public servants. Share this graphic to show your support for #unions and pledge your support for #RedForEd 👉 . #UnionStrong #1u
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Awaiting DeVos' departure like
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Are you excited about no longer having Betsy DeVos as Education Secretary? yes yes yes 👇 👇 👇
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5 years
Today we remember the 17 students & educators in Parkland who lost their lives in the deadliest shooting at a high school in U.S. history. And we recommit ourselves to finding an end to #gunviolence . #MSDStrong #ProtectOurSchools
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To our lesbian, gay, bi, trans, and queer students and educators: We see you. We support you. We are proud of you. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈 Happy #Pride2019
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Happy "I ❤️ Public Schools Day!" 𝗥𝗧 if you attended public schools, 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲 if your family goes to public schools, and 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 to shout out the public school where you work! #ILovePublicSchools
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"We are here to say 'No more." NEA President @BeckyPringle joined elected leaders and leaders from the gun safety movement at @GiffordsCourage 's National Gun Violence Memorial at the Washington Monument today. #EndGunViolence
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3 years
“The First Lady of the United States is one of your own.” - @flotus On DAY ONE, our member and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden brought educators to the table, inviting both NEA and AFT Presidents to the White House. It’s our time, educators. Let’s get to work.
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5 years
The guy behind @BestyDeVosEd is all of us when she said students may learn better in larger classes. 🤦🏾‍♀️ More #BetsyFailed moments ⬇️
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4 years
Haven't heard about #JuneteenthDay until this year? You are not alone, and that's a problem. What is taught in school shapes our worldview. What is NOT taught in school can negate the history, culture and value of our own neighbors. (thread)
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2 years
Educators love their students and know better than anyone what they need to learn and to thrive.
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“The lack of respect for educators at this time is astounding. We’re consistently being told that our concerns are null and void. They aren’t considered valid by non-educators. And that’s terrifying.” ~ @ILTOY2018
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We asked @BernieSanders about the first word that comes to his mind when he hears the name "Betsy DeVos." What do you think he said? #StrongPublicSchools
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5 years
Teachers have a lifelong impact on their students. ❤️
@CBSNews
CBS News
5 years
This 30-year-old man with special needs was found walking alone. And when cops asked him who they could call, he only remembered one name: his junior high teacher. Now that teacher is taking him in ❤️️
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6 years
She was the 2016 National Teacher of the Year and now she is the newest member of Congress! Congratulations Jahana Hayes! #Vote4Ed
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4 years
That's a good question.
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Katie Keier - @bluskyz on Instagram
4 years
So baseball players will get tested for COVID-19 every two days. How often will teachers and students be tested?
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10 months
Teachers should not have to pay out of pocket for their supplies. #BackToSchoolMonth
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4 years
We just want schools to reopen safely for students and educators. Yesterday’s new coronavirus cases: 🇩🇰 10 🇳🇴 11 🇸🇪 57 🇩🇪 298 🇺🇸 55,442
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6 years
#RedForEd as far as the eye can see as educators march to the Capitol in Arizona.
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2 years
Some politicians are trying to reduce the standards it takes to be a teacher. In the end, it's our students who will lose out. We need to solve the teacher shortage crisis by addressing the real cause of it: low pay and lack of respect.
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3 years
Canceling student debt is an important step towards economic and racial equity and social justice. We thank @SenWarren , @RepPressley , and @SenSchumer for their help as we work to #CancelStudentDebt and call on other leaders to do the same!
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Chuck Schumer
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Watch: I’m standing with @SenWarren , @RepPressley , and more to re-introduce our resolution in the Senate and House calling on President Biden to #CancelStudentDebt :
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@CNNThisMorning
CNN This Morning with Kasie Hunt
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“I double dog dare Donald Trump to sit in a class of 39 sixth graders and breathe that air without any preparation for how we’re going to bring our kids back safely.” National Education Association President Lily Eskelsen Garcia says schools can only reopen if done so safely.
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4 years
When President Trump says it's too dangerous to have a political convention but not too dangerous to reopen school buildings.
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7 years
Trump wants to cut 9.2 billion from education & then gives @BetsyDeVosEd a $100K (taxpayer funded) check bc he's "committed to students"
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1 year
We will not stop until every educator can plan their lessons without also planning for evacuation.
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NEA
9 months
Pay educators a livable wage. 👏
@SecCardona
Secretary Miguel Cardona
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Let's stop normalizing teachers having to wait tables or drive Uber to make ends meet. If we want to raise the bar and lead the world, let's ensure teacher pay matches the essential work they do.
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On behalf of our 3 million members, NEA would like to congratulate President-elect @JoeBiden and Vice President-elect @KamalaHarris on their resounding win. #NEAVotes
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4 years
This will help so many educators —and students—who have to choose between paying their student loan payment or putting food on the table for their family. Thank you @SenSchumer and @SenWarren for introducing this important legislation.
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Chuck Schumer
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Student loan debt is exacerbating the crisis America is facing. Today, @SenWarren and I are introducing a Senate resolution with a bold plan for how the next president can and should immediately #CancelStudentDebt .
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6 years
And a lot of us have to work second jobs over the summer.
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Together, families and educators are an essential team for advocating for the resources and opportunities all students need. Out-of-touch billionaires, however, are not.
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Betsy DeVos
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You misspelled parents.
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🙌"I always wondered who would I be or what would I do if I were alive during the civil rights movement... But I don’t think we have to ask ourselves that question anymore. The best indicator of who you’d be back then is who you are right now. " - @ShaunKing
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Many aspiring educators are expected to take on full-time, unpaid internships, often leaving them in financial distress. Despite compensation being added to many professional programs— teaching often remains without. End unpaid student teaching.
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4 years
When the pandemic started, we adapted in an instant to educate students remotely, we delivered food to kids who needed it most, and even though buildings closed—we never stopped. We never gave up. No sincere person would suggest otherwise.
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🎉 Congratulations, again, to 2023 National Teacher of the Year and @okea member Rebecka Peterson, who was recognized by @POTUS today in the White House Rose Garden.
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The student debt crisis hurts us all. We stand with President-Elect @JoeBiden in calling for immediate action to #CancelStudentDebt .
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Pay educators more.
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James from @wearecta : What have you done to support unions? #1u #StrongPublicSchools Here's what @BetoORourke had to say:
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4 years
It's not safe to have a group of adults in a convention hall, but it's fine to open in-person instruction at your local elementary school?!!! 🤨 😡 🤯 🤦🏽‍♀️ #OnlyWhenSafe
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Why are @DenverTeachers striking tomorrow? Because they are losing their best teachers to higher paying districts and more promising careers. Denver students deserve better. #RedforEd #DCTAstrong
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"Investing in higher teacher salaries is one of the most obvious things we could do to improve life in our society"
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President-elect @JoeBiden has always been a tireless advocate for students, educators, and public education. We know that our public schools are more than places of learning – they are the foundation of our democracy. We look forward to partnering with Joe in the White House!
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Strong educator unions benefit public school students. Agree? 👇🏾 👇🏾 👇🏾
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Congratulations to @teachcardona , @JoeBiden 's nominee for Secretary of Education! Miguel Cardona, a former public school teacher, union member, and principal, has forged a career advocating for CT's students and will continue fighting for educators across the nation.
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Today is National #GunViolence Awareness Day. We #WearOrange to call attention to the gun violence crisis and call for action. Post a picture wearing orange to show your support. Be sure to tag @NEAToday and #WearOrange . 🧡
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Today, we join together with educators, students, parents & allies to defend their freedom to #TeachTruth so every child— no matter their color, background, or gender identity—receives an honest education that reflects our true history. #FreedomToLearn
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Major League Baseball, with all its money and resources, couldn't keep a COVID19 outbreak from happening for one week—but the Trump administration thinks underfunded school districts will have no problem doing it...
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ESPN
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Monday's game between the Philadelphia Phillies and the New York Yankees is the second game to be postponed today because of an outbreak of the coronavirus among the Miami Marlins.
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Raise your hand 🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️✋ if you support the Oklahoma and Kentucky educators who are powerfully stating "our students deserve better." #oklaed #OKwalk4kids #120strong @okea
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On April 20, NEA will join with students, educators, parents, and people across this country who are ready to say #Enough . Join us for a National Day of Action Against Gun Violence in Schools.
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She is a student a #MarjoryStonemanDouglas . She survived the #ParklandSchoolShooting . Emma González has a message for the nation's adults. #StudentsDemandAction
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If you're an educator, your voice is critical. Follow #CharlottesvilleCurriculum and find resources here:
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@SenWarren
Elizabeth Warren
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Betsy DeVos has never done her job to help America’s students. It doesn’t surprise me one bit that she’d rather quit than do her job to help invoke the 25th Amendment. Good riddance, Betsy. You were the worst Secretary of Education ever.
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. @staceyabrams and @fairfightaction are combating voter suppression and believe that educators play a key part in safe and secure elections. Learn more about actionable steps that educators can take to prepare students to vote ⬇️ #NEARA2020
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These high school students came to the White House to stand up for their DACAmented friends. #DreamAct #defendDACA
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📢 Pencils down, voices up! 📢 Thousands of @ISTAmembers and public education supporters are #RedforEd at the Indiana statehouse demanding more for students and educators.
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Fully fundings our schools means fully funding school supplies. Teachers should not have to pay out of pocket for paper, books, pencils, and everything else students need to learn.
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NEA
4 years
No one wants to reopen schools more than educators.  We love our students, our schools, our communities, and that is why the health and safety of our students, families and educators must be the primary driver of when it is safe for in-person instruction.
@thehill
The Hill
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President Trump: "We want to reopen the schools. Everybody wants it. The moms want it. The dads want it. The kids want it."
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🇺🇸 @VP to #NEARA : Teachers should not have to practice barricading a classroom! Teachers should not have to know how to treat a gunshot wound. And teacher's should not be told that lives would have been saved if only you had a gun.
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2 years
We join in #solidarity with our @ColumbusEA union family and their community as they strike for better learning conditions, smaller class sizes, and well-rounded curriculum for their students that includes art, music and P.E. instruction. #ColumbusStudentsDeserve
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New report: The educator shortage is not the result of an insufficient number of potentially qualified teachers. The shortage is, instead, a shortfall in the number of qualified teachers willing to work at current wages and under current working conditions.
@EconomicPolicy
Economic Policy Institute
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NEW REPORT: The pandemic exacerbated the long-standing national teacher shortage. But the primary cause of the shortage isn't a lack of qualified teachers—it's low pay and increasingly stressful work conditions. Learn more:
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Be the educator that notices the kids who never get noticed. ❤️
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6 years
We are so proud to have @davidhogg111 with us for #NEARA18 . He was met with a roaring round of applause but he was quick to remind us: Don’t just clap, vote. ☑
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✊🏼✊🏽✊🏾✊🏿 #UnionStrong #1u
@DrBiden
Dr. Jill Biden
4 years
I’ve been an educator for more than 30 years. NEA is my union. Our campaign is honored to have the support of educators and the endorsement of the @NEAToday and @AFTunion , two of the largest unions in the country. Today and always, I honor educators. Happy Labor Day.
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This is why we are #RedForEd !
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Nicholas Ferroni
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A special education teacher in NJ gets a $100 tip on $71 bill while waitressing, and I think the kind patron’s note says it all: “teachers shouldn’t have to work weekends!”
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Because 2020 just won't stop! 😢 💔 Thank you Joanna Cole for so many amazing adventures. You and your magic school bus will be forever in our hearts. 🚌 RIP
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"Stand up and shout if you have personally marched, rallied, held a picket sign and been visible standing up for your students and your profession this year! You showed up, and it’s made a difference. You’ve changed the narrative." 👏🏽 📣 ✊🏽 @Lily_NEA #NEARA19 #RedforEd
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The SCOTUS "decision could expand the use of vouchers or undermine states' ability to set curricula for public education and has drawn sharp blowback from teachers' unions, including the NEA." Public schools need support.
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Jon Cooper
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First Lady Jill Biden's jacket as she visited yesterday with Carrie Johnson, wife of UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. ❤️
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This year's Friend of Education, @DollyParton , has a message for the #NEARA ! 🦋 Watch here:
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@amyklobuchar
Amy Klobuchar
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If reports from his confirmation hearing are accurate, it seems Miguel Cardona didn’t say we need guns in schools to protect from grizzly bears so he’s already outperforming Betsy DeVos.
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For educators, there's no such thing as other peoples' children. The children in our classrooms are our children. The children who were stolen from their parents and put in cages are our children. - @DeniseSpecht #FreeOurFuture #FamiliesBelongTogether
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We couldn’t be happier to see @KamalaHarris as @JoeBiden ’s running mate—two leaders who believe in the power of public education! There are 84 days until the election, and we are putting our full support behind this team! Become an Educator for Joe today:
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2 years
🚨 22 states across the country have created or expanded voucher programs. The true goal of these school voucher bills is to divert funding for public education into private hands.
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To our lesbian, gay, bi, trans, and queer students and educators: We are here to support you. 🏳️‍🌈⁣ ⁣We renew our dedication to creating safe, welcoming, and inclusive learning environments for all students.⁣ ⁣ #LGBTPride2021 #PrideInEducation #LGBTQPride #Pride2021 #PrideMonth
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The line at #SCOTUS for #JanusvAFSCME , this is important for workers across the nation. #UnrigtheSystem #1u
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NEA
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We will not be able to reopen public schools unless Congress provides funding for our states, cities and towns to prevent layoffs of vital school support staff. We need to ensure schools have the resources they need to keep students and staff safe & healthy. #FundtheFrontLines
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