AFT Pennsylvania
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We represent public, private, charter teachers, paraprofessionals, staff; college faculty/staff and state professional employees. 72 local affiliates.
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WATCH: @rweingarten.bsky.social joined @anacabrera.bsky.social to talk about how the Trump administration dismantling the Department of Education will hurt our students and schools.
"It's not about politics here. It's about how we help kids have a future, and they're just abandoning it."
"It's not about politics here. It's about how we help kids have a future, and they're just abandoning it."
November 19, 2025 at 4:48 PM
WATCH: @rweingarten.bsky.social joined @anacabrera.bsky.social to talk about how the Trump administration dismantling the Department of Education will hurt our students and schools.
"It's not about politics here. It's about how we help kids have a future, and they're just abandoning it."
"It's not about politics here. It's about how we help kids have a future, and they're just abandoning it."
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For more than 3 years, @pghguild.com journalists at the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette fought for their contract and to stop the paper’s union-busting — and won!
I’m so proud of them. Their victory is a testament to the power of solidarity.
I’m so proud of them. Their victory is a testament to the power of solidarity.
Pittsburgh journalists vote to end country's longest strike and notify the PG they are returning to work - Pittsburgh Union Progress
The Newspaper Guild of Pittsburgh’s most momentous gathering since the formation of a strike picket line more than three years ago began last week in the manner of all big strike meetings — with the a...
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November 19, 2025 at 2:07 AM
For more than 3 years, @pghguild.com journalists at the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette fought for their contract and to stop the paper’s union-busting — and won!
I’m so proud of them. Their victory is a testament to the power of solidarity.
I’m so proud of them. Their victory is a testament to the power of solidarity.
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The Trump administration is accelerating its plans to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education.
November 19, 2025 at 8:44 PM
The Trump administration is accelerating its plans to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education.
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Standing beside you: Solidarity with immigrants in the courts www.aft.org/news/standin...
Standing beside you: Solidarity with immigrants in the courts
The Jacob K. Javits Federal Office Building in New York City towers above the street, the tallest federal office building in the country—so big it has its own ZIP code. But far more intimidating is wh...
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November 19, 2025 at 8:53 PM
Standing beside you: Solidarity with immigrants in the courts www.aft.org/news/standin...
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Now is the time to fight back! Starbucks baristas from across PA rallied in York to demand a fair contract and an END to union busting.
As Noah from Philly said: “Workers have power — and when we fight, we win.”
Stand with baristas and say #NoContractNoCoffee
As Noah from Philly said: “Workers have power — and when we fight, we win.”
Stand with baristas and say #NoContractNoCoffee
November 19, 2025 at 6:12 PM
Now is the time to fight back! Starbucks baristas from across PA rallied in York to demand a fair contract and an END to union busting.
As Noah from Philly said: “Workers have power — and when we fight, we win.”
Stand with baristas and say #NoContractNoCoffee
As Noah from Philly said: “Workers have power — and when we fight, we win.”
Stand with baristas and say #NoContractNoCoffee
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BREAKING: Dozens of Starbucks baristas & hundreds of allies are demonstrating at Starbucks’ largest regional distribution center in the country in York, PA.
Workers are escalating their ULP strike RIGHT NOW to shine a light on how Starbucks is failing partners at every level.
Workers are escalating their ULP strike RIGHT NOW to shine a light on how Starbucks is failing partners at every level.
November 19, 2025 at 5:08 PM
BREAKING: Dozens of Starbucks baristas & hundreds of allies are demonstrating at Starbucks’ largest regional distribution center in the country in York, PA.
Workers are escalating their ULP strike RIGHT NOW to shine a light on how Starbucks is failing partners at every level.
Workers are escalating their ULP strike RIGHT NOW to shine a light on how Starbucks is failing partners at every level.
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📺 WATCH: You can now view the full video of last night's Vital Lessons webinar on the importance of providing safe and welcoming spaces for all LGBTQIA+ people and standing up to attacks meant to stoke fear and division.
Check it out here ⬇️
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Supporting the LGBTQIA+ Community: A Vital Lessons Chat with The Trevor Project
With increasing attacks on LGBTQIA+ individuals in schools, in healthcare, in sports, and in daily life, this Vital Lessons conversation focuses on how AFT members can provide real support and safety ...
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November 18, 2025 at 3:51 PM
📺 WATCH: You can now view the full video of last night's Vital Lessons webinar on the importance of providing safe and welcoming spaces for all LGBTQIA+ people and standing up to attacks meant to stoke fear and division.
Check it out here ⬇️
sharemylesson.com/webinars/sup...
Check it out here ⬇️
sharemylesson.com/webinars/sup...
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Black history is being erased, antisemitism is embedded in groyper movement, the fed’l govt is deploying armed agents in cities. Yet a US senator pressured a university to censor a professor who raised white supremacy? Campus academic freedom must be honored www.nytimes.com/2025/11/13/u...
Indiana Professor Removed From Class Over White Supremacy Lesson
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November 17, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Black history is being erased, antisemitism is embedded in groyper movement, the fed’l govt is deploying armed agents in cities. Yet a US senator pressured a university to censor a professor who raised white supremacy? Campus academic freedom must be honored www.nytimes.com/2025/11/13/u...
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Starbucks baristas and allies rallied yesterday in Pittsburgh, united with 40+ cities coast to coast, to demand a fair contract now. They’re asking consumers: no contract, no coffee!
November 14, 2025 at 4:37 PM
Starbucks baristas and allies rallied yesterday in Pittsburgh, united with 40+ cities coast to coast, to demand a fair contract now. They’re asking consumers: no contract, no coffee!
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Investing in public education is how we give every student the opportunity to thrive. I'm glad to see Pennsylvania lawmakers are putting more resources into schools - especially schools in poorer areas. @AFTPA.bsky.social whyy.org/articles/pen...
‘Immense relief and gratitude’: Philadelphia organizations react to state budget
Education leaders are applauding new funding increases that promise to bridge the divide between high- and low-income school districts.
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November 14, 2025 at 3:48 AM
Investing in public education is how we give every student the opportunity to thrive. I'm glad to see Pennsylvania lawmakers are putting more resources into schools - especially schools in poorer areas. @AFTPA.bsky.social whyy.org/articles/pen...
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Starbucks @sbworkersunited.org baristas are officially on strike on Red Cup Day at corporate stores across the country!
All 15 million members of America’s unions stand in solidarity with them in their fight for a fair contract with fair wages and better scheduling.
All 15 million members of America’s unions stand in solidarity with them in their fight for a fair contract with fair wages and better scheduling.
As of this morning, Starbucks workers across the country are officially ON STRIKE. And we're prepared for this to become the biggest and longest ULP strike in Starbucks history.
Say #NoContractNoCoffee with us: DON'T BUY STARBUCKS for the duration of our open-ended ULP strike! $SBUX
Say #NoContractNoCoffee with us: DON'T BUY STARBUCKS for the duration of our open-ended ULP strike! $SBUX
November 13, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Starbucks @sbworkersunited.org baristas are officially on strike on Red Cup Day at corporate stores across the country!
All 15 million members of America’s unions stand in solidarity with them in their fight for a fair contract with fair wages and better scheduling.
All 15 million members of America’s unions stand in solidarity with them in their fight for a fair contract with fair wages and better scheduling.
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As of this morning, Starbucks workers across the country are officially ON STRIKE. And we're prepared for this to become the biggest and longest ULP strike in Starbucks history.
Say #NoContractNoCoffee with us: DON'T BUY STARBUCKS for the duration of our open-ended ULP strike! $SBUX
Say #NoContractNoCoffee with us: DON'T BUY STARBUCKS for the duration of our open-ended ULP strike! $SBUX
November 13, 2025 at 11:33 AM
As of this morning, Starbucks workers across the country are officially ON STRIKE. And we're prepared for this to become the biggest and longest ULP strike in Starbucks history.
Say #NoContractNoCoffee with us: DON'T BUY STARBUCKS for the duration of our open-ended ULP strike! $SBUX
Say #NoContractNoCoffee with us: DON'T BUY STARBUCKS for the duration of our open-ended ULP strike! $SBUX
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BREAKING: Starbucks workers have launched a massive, nationwide strike.
Baristas in 40 cities have walked off the job on the busiest day of Starbucks' year.
Upwards of 12,000 @sbworkersunited.org members could ultimately go on strike as the union escalates.
Baristas in 40 cities have walked off the job on the busiest day of Starbucks' year.
Upwards of 12,000 @sbworkersunited.org members could ultimately go on strike as the union escalates.
November 13, 2025 at 1:31 PM
BREAKING: Starbucks workers have launched a massive, nationwide strike.
Baristas in 40 cities have walked off the job on the busiest day of Starbucks' year.
Upwards of 12,000 @sbworkersunited.org members could ultimately go on strike as the union escalates.
Baristas in 40 cities have walked off the job on the busiest day of Starbucks' year.
Upwards of 12,000 @sbworkersunited.org members could ultimately go on strike as the union escalates.
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Many school districts were forced to take out high interest loans and told teachers they couldn’t reimburse expenses. Community services were cut for people most in need. Budgets across the state were frozen. And more.
This impasse was wholly unnecessary.
This impasse was wholly unnecessary.
November 12, 2025 at 9:47 PM
Many school districts were forced to take out high interest loans and told teachers they couldn’t reimburse expenses. Community services were cut for people most in need. Budgets across the state were frozen. And more.
This impasse was wholly unnecessary.
This impasse was wholly unnecessary.
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Thanks to the leadership by House and Senate Democrats, PA finally has a state budget after more than 4 months of delay. We’re relieved this impasse has ended, but the fact of the matter is that Republicans’ refusal to do their jobs caused unnecessary damage and expenses. @aft.org
Our statement on the Pennsylvania Legislature passing a budget after more than 130 days of impasse.
November 12, 2025 at 9:47 PM
Thanks to the leadership by House and Senate Democrats, PA finally has a state budget after more than 4 months of delay. We’re relieved this impasse has ended, but the fact of the matter is that Republicans’ refusal to do their jobs caused unnecessary damage and expenses. @aft.org
Our statement on the Pennsylvania Legislature passing a budget after more than 130 days of impasse.
November 12, 2025 at 9:20 PM
Our statement on the Pennsylvania Legislature passing a budget after more than 130 days of impasse.
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Thank you to those who have served our nation in the armed forces. Today and every day, we honor your courage and your sacrifice. #VeteransDay 🇺🇸
November 11, 2025 at 1:14 PM
Thank you to those who have served our nation in the armed forces. Today and every day, we honor your courage and your sacrifice. #VeteransDay 🇺🇸
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This #VeteransDay, at 4PM ET, join @vinguptamd.bsky.social @rweingarten.bsky.social & @irwinredlener.bsky.social for a Vital Lessons talk on veterans’ health, resilience & community care. 💙
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#CommunityCare @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social
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#CommunityCare @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social
November 7, 2025 at 9:12 PM
This #VeteransDay, at 4PM ET, join @vinguptamd.bsky.social @rweingarten.bsky.social & @irwinredlener.bsky.social for a Vital Lessons talk on veterans’ health, resilience & community care. 💙
REGISTER NOW👉 sharemylesson.com/webinars/vit...
#CommunityCare @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social
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#CommunityCare @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social
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6,666x
That’s how many times more Starbucks’ CEO makes than the average @sbworkersunited.org barista.
Starbucks workers are fighting for a fair contract, and America’s unions stand with them in this fight against corporate greed. https://bit.ly/4oATdMu
That’s how many times more Starbucks’ CEO makes than the average @sbworkersunited.org barista.
Starbucks workers are fighting for a fair contract, and America’s unions stand with them in this fight against corporate greed. https://bit.ly/4oATdMu
No Contract, No Coffee | Starbucks Workers United
Starbucks baristas brewing change. Join the movement for fair contracts, better wages, and worker protections.
www.nocontractnocoffee.org
November 10, 2025 at 8:39 PM
6,666x
That’s how many times more Starbucks’ CEO makes than the average @sbworkersunited.org barista.
Starbucks workers are fighting for a fair contract, and America’s unions stand with them in this fight against corporate greed. https://bit.ly/4oATdMu
That’s how many times more Starbucks’ CEO makes than the average @sbworkersunited.org barista.
Starbucks workers are fighting for a fair contract, and America’s unions stand with them in this fight against corporate greed. https://bit.ly/4oATdMu
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BREAKING: We won!
Today the 3rd Circuit Court ordered the @post-gazette.com to restore our contract it illegally tore up 5 years ago. That’s our health care, PTO, right to a 40-hr. work week, short-term disability and so much more we’ve struck for 3+ years.
pghguild.com/2025/11/10/p...
Today the 3rd Circuit Court ordered the @post-gazette.com to restore our contract it illegally tore up 5 years ago. That’s our health care, PTO, right to a 40-hr. work week, short-term disability and so much more we’ve struck for 3+ years.
pghguild.com/2025/11/10/p...
November 10, 2025 at 5:48 PM
BREAKING: We won!
Today the 3rd Circuit Court ordered the @post-gazette.com to restore our contract it illegally tore up 5 years ago. That’s our health care, PTO, right to a 40-hr. work week, short-term disability and so much more we’ve struck for 3+ years.
pghguild.com/2025/11/10/p...
Today the 3rd Circuit Court ordered the @post-gazette.com to restore our contract it illegally tore up 5 years ago. That’s our health care, PTO, right to a 40-hr. work week, short-term disability and so much more we’ve struck for 3+ years.
pghguild.com/2025/11/10/p...
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We are upset, like many, that the ACA tax credits are not restored in this “deal” to reopen the govt. But let’s be clear why: the Rs refused to budge as the hunger & aviation crises worsened. Let’s be clear who is hurting working families. The AFT will keep fighting www.aft.org/press-releas...
AFT’s Weingarten Responds to Key Vote to End Shutdown
WASHINGTON—AFT President Randi Weingarten issued the following statement responding to the Senate’s key vote on reopening the federal government:
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November 10, 2025 at 1:51 PM
We are upset, like many, that the ACA tax credits are not restored in this “deal” to reopen the govt. But let’s be clear why: the Rs refused to budge as the hunger & aviation crises worsened. Let’s be clear who is hurting working families. The AFT will keep fighting www.aft.org/press-releas...
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No one should go hungry. 💙
Find local food pantries and free resources across Pennsylvania today.
Find local food pantries and free resources across Pennsylvania today.
November 7, 2025 at 7:49 PM
No one should go hungry. 💙
Find local food pantries and free resources across Pennsylvania today.
Find local food pantries and free resources across Pennsylvania today.
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Today is the day! Looking forward to standing up for higher ed across the state! Details: www.apscuf.org/nov7rally
November 7, 2025 at 2:39 PM
Today is the day! Looking forward to standing up for higher ed across the state! Details: www.apscuf.org/nov7rally
