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AFT President @rweingarten.bsky.social has a new column out today. It’s a powerful look at what Americans are fighting for and why affordability matters now more than ever.
Read here: www.aft.org/column/affor...
Read here: www.aft.org/column/affor...
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I’m back with this week’s video update—sounding the alarm about attacks on public education, keeping up the fight to make life more affordable for families and more. Check it out ⬇️ m.youtube.com/shorts/pkSxa...
Randi's Report: Fighting for Our Future
YouTube video by AFT
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November 22, 2025 at 4:23 AM
I’m back with this week’s video update—sounding the alarm about attacks on public education, keeping up the fight to make life more affordable for families and more. Check it out ⬇️ m.youtube.com/shorts/pkSxa...
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Feeling a bit “Defying Gravity”? 💚
Amber Chandler shares 3 lessons from Wicked to help educators face challenges, tap into emotions, and move forward with intention.
Read more: https://sharemylesson.com/blog/3-lessons-wicked-educators-can-use-right-about-now @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social
Amber Chandler shares 3 lessons from Wicked to help educators face challenges, tap into emotions, and move forward with intention.
Read more: https://sharemylesson.com/blog/3-lessons-wicked-educators-can-use-right-about-now @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social
November 21, 2025 at 1:40 PM
Feeling a bit “Defying Gravity”? 💚
Amber Chandler shares 3 lessons from Wicked to help educators face challenges, tap into emotions, and move forward with intention.
Read more: https://sharemylesson.com/blog/3-lessons-wicked-educators-can-use-right-about-now @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social
Amber Chandler shares 3 lessons from Wicked to help educators face challenges, tap into emotions, and move forward with intention.
Read more: https://sharemylesson.com/blog/3-lessons-wicked-educators-can-use-right-about-now @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social
Every day, educators are showing what it means to care for their students and communities. Here are 4 #PublicSchoolProud stories that inspired us this week.
November 22, 2025 at 5:58 AM
Every day, educators are showing what it means to care for their students and communities. Here are 4 #PublicSchoolProud stories that inspired us this week.
📺 WATCH: From attacks on education to the ongoing affordability crisis, there's a lot on the line right now. Check out @rweingarten.bsky.social’s weekly update on the fights that matter most to our communities and how you can get involved.
November 22, 2025 at 1:34 AM
📺 WATCH: From attacks on education to the ongoing affordability crisis, there's a lot on the line right now. Check out @rweingarten.bsky.social’s weekly update on the fights that matter most to our communities and how you can get involved.
Teachers often work two jobs to make ends meet. We should value our nation's educators enough to make sure they can afford housing, groceries, healthcare, and save for retirement.
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www.wsj.com/personal-fin...
The Middle Class Is Buckling Under Almost Five Years of Persistent Inflation
Workers are growing tired of an economy in which everything seems to get more expensive.
www.wsj.com
November 21, 2025 at 10:48 PM
Teachers often work two jobs to make ends meet. We should value our nation's educators enough to make sure they can afford housing, groceries, healthcare, and save for retirement.
www.wsj.com/personal-fin...
www.wsj.com/personal-fin...
School officials warn dismantling the Ed Dept will bring more bureaucracy & confusion.
@rweingarten.bsky.social: "Why would you put a new infrastructure together, a new bureaucracy that nobody knows anything about... instead of making the old bureaucracy more efficient?”
apnews.com/article/trum...
@rweingarten.bsky.social: "Why would you put a new infrastructure together, a new bureaucracy that nobody knows anything about... instead of making the old bureaucracy more efficient?”
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Schools fear disruptions as the White House begins dismantling the Education Department
The Trump administration is steaming forward on its plan to dismantle the Education Department. Many state and local education leaders say they are bracing for disruption and new bureaucratic hurdles.
apnews.com
November 21, 2025 at 4:04 PM
School officials warn dismantling the Ed Dept will bring more bureaucracy & confusion.
@rweingarten.bsky.social: "Why would you put a new infrastructure together, a new bureaucracy that nobody knows anything about... instead of making the old bureaucracy more efficient?”
apnews.com/article/trum...
@rweingarten.bsky.social: "Why would you put a new infrastructure together, a new bureaucracy that nobody knows anything about... instead of making the old bureaucracy more efficient?”
apnews.com/article/trum...
Florida could be the first state to eliminate vaccine requirements—including those protecting kids in school—undoing decades of proven public health safeguards. Educators like school psychologist & Florida Education Association member Sheryl Posey are sounding the alarm.
www.aft.org/news/florida...
www.aft.org/news/florida...
Florida may scrap vaccine mandates, but educators warn of possible risks
Florida could soon become the first state in the nation to eliminate all vaccine requirements, including those that protect children attending public schools. The proposal would undo decades of proven...
www.aft.org
November 21, 2025 at 3:57 PM
Florida could be the first state to eliminate vaccine requirements—including those protecting kids in school—undoing decades of proven public health safeguards. Educators like school psychologist & Florida Education Association member Sheryl Posey are sounding the alarm.
www.aft.org/news/florida...
www.aft.org/news/florida...
@rweingarten.bsky.social went on @meidastouch.com pod to share why the Trump admin gutting the Dept of Ed will bring chaos and dysfunction to programs schools depend on.
“I have not heard them get up and say one thing that they are going to do that helps children.”
www.youtube.com/watch?v=gR0q...
“I have not heard them get up and say one thing that they are going to do that helps children.”
www.youtube.com/watch?v=gR0q...
GOP Turns AGAINST EACH OTHER as Trump COLLAPSE SPREADS
YouTube video by MeidasTouch
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November 21, 2025 at 3:48 PM
@rweingarten.bsky.social went on @meidastouch.com pod to share why the Trump admin gutting the Dept of Ed will bring chaos and dysfunction to programs schools depend on.
“I have not heard them get up and say one thing that they are going to do that helps children.”
www.youtube.com/watch?v=gR0q...
“I have not heard them get up and say one thing that they are going to do that helps children.”
www.youtube.com/watch?v=gR0q...
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OFNHP members are sharing why this fight for a contract that prioritizes patients is personal for them.
November 21, 2025 at 2:46 AM
OFNHP members are sharing why this fight for a contract that prioritizes patients is personal for them.
We’re here with @engagelongisland.bsky.social to discuss Why Fascists Fear Teachers and the attacks on public education.
November 21, 2025 at 12:09 AM
We’re here with @engagelongisland.bsky.social to discuss Why Fascists Fear Teachers and the attacks on public education.
Save the date!
This Thursday, 11/20 at 6 PM EDT, join @rweingarten.bsky.social, Emily Gee (@americanprogress.bsky.social) & Leslie Dach (@protectourcare.org) for a webinar on Washington’s budget battles & how they drive up healthcare costs.
Please register below. aft.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
This Thursday, 11/20 at 6 PM EDT, join @rweingarten.bsky.social, Emily Gee (@americanprogress.bsky.social) & Leslie Dach (@protectourcare.org) for a webinar on Washington’s budget battles & how they drive up healthcare costs.
Please register below. aft.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
November 20, 2025 at 10:48 PM
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Oregon retiree: Making health care affordable for everyone is the type of thing we expect our tax dollars to go toward. In a country like the United States, where it's a good country, it's a strong country, and it's a rich country, people should not have to go without care.
November 19, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Oregon retiree: Making health care affordable for everyone is the type of thing we expect our tax dollars to go toward. In a country like the United States, where it's a good country, it's a strong country, and it's a rich country, people should not have to go without care.
@rweingarten.bsky.social joined ABC News to discuss Trump's plans to dismantle the Department of Education.
“It’s not saving money. It’s just basically eviscerating the services."
www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Xgb...
“It’s not saving money. It’s just basically eviscerating the services."
www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Xgb...
How do teachers feel about new plans to dismantle the Education Department?
YouTube video by ABC News
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November 20, 2025 at 4:13 PM
@rweingarten.bsky.social joined ABC News to discuss Trump's plans to dismantle the Department of Education.
“It’s not saving money. It’s just basically eviscerating the services."
www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Xgb...
“It’s not saving money. It’s just basically eviscerating the services."
www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Xgb...
@rweingarten.bsky.social spoke w/Sen Jon Tester & Maritsa Georgiou on @groundedpodcast.bsky.social about what eliminating the Dept of Ed really means.
"They don’t care about kids’ futures. That's not just abdication of responsibility but abandonment of the future."
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"They don’t care about kids’ futures. That's not just abdication of responsibility but abandonment of the future."
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Pardon Our Mess
A recording from Grounded Podcast's live video with Liz Oyer + Randi Weingarten
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November 20, 2025 at 4:01 PM
@rweingarten.bsky.social spoke w/Sen Jon Tester & Maritsa Georgiou on @groundedpodcast.bsky.social about what eliminating the Dept of Ed really means.
"They don’t care about kids’ futures. That's not just abdication of responsibility but abandonment of the future."
open.substack.com/pub/grounded...
"They don’t care about kids’ futures. That's not just abdication of responsibility but abandonment of the future."
open.substack.com/pub/grounded...
More people than ever believe democracy is in crisis—evident in increased division, polarization & social detachment.
But can public schools help renew democracy? In American Educator, Peter W. Cookson Jr. explains how to create high-quality schools of social solidarity.
www.aft.org/ae/fall2025/...
But can public schools help renew democracy? In American Educator, Peter W. Cookson Jr. explains how to create high-quality schools of social solidarity.
www.aft.org/ae/fall2025/...
Social Solidarity
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November 20, 2025 at 3:51 PM
More people than ever believe democracy is in crisis—evident in increased division, polarization & social detachment.
But can public schools help renew democracy? In American Educator, Peter W. Cookson Jr. explains how to create high-quality schools of social solidarity.
www.aft.org/ae/fall2025/...
But can public schools help renew democracy? In American Educator, Peter W. Cookson Jr. explains how to create high-quality schools of social solidarity.
www.aft.org/ae/fall2025/...
WATCH: @rweingarten.bsky.social talks to @newsnation.bsky.social about the administration's plans to move multiple parts of the U.S. Department of Education to other federal departments - and how this will hurt students in the process.
Weingarten on NewsNation: We cannot abandon our students
YouTube video by AFT
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November 20, 2025 at 3:27 PM
WATCH: @rweingarten.bsky.social talks to @newsnation.bsky.social about the administration's plans to move multiple parts of the U.S. Department of Education to other federal departments - and how this will hurt students in the process.
Good morning from @92ndstreety.bsky.social. Were discussing public education and @rweingarten.bsky.social new book Why Fascists Fear Teachers.
November 20, 2025 at 2:50 PM
Good morning from @92ndstreety.bsky.social. Were discussing public education and @rweingarten.bsky.social new book Why Fascists Fear Teachers.
When students understand the impact of loss, they can better support grieving peers. Foster compassionate school environments where every student feels seen and supported. This #GriefAwarenessDay, let’s equip students with the tools to make a difference.
Coalition to Support Grieving Students
The Coalition to Support Grieving Students provides resources that will empower school communities across America in the support of grieving students.
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November 20, 2025 at 1:54 PM
When students understand the impact of loss, they can better support grieving peers. Foster compassionate school environments where every student feels seen and supported. This #GriefAwarenessDay, let’s equip students with the tools to make a difference.
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The Protect America’s Workforce Act, our bipartisan bill to restore union rights to 1 million federal workers, is getting a vote in Congress!
Call your reps NOW and tell them to pass this bill and reverse the Trump admin’s union-busting executive order. https://bit.ly/4r6Ep9M
Call your reps NOW and tell them to pass this bill and reverse the Trump admin’s union-busting executive order. https://bit.ly/4r6Ep9M
November 19, 2025 at 8:46 PM
The Protect America’s Workforce Act, our bipartisan bill to restore union rights to 1 million federal workers, is getting a vote in Congress!
Call your reps NOW and tell them to pass this bill and reverse the Trump admin’s union-busting executive order. https://bit.ly/4r6Ep9M
Call your reps NOW and tell them to pass this bill and reverse the Trump admin’s union-busting executive order. https://bit.ly/4r6Ep9M
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This is a reason working folks think the priorities are off in our country… www.washingtonpost.com/technology/i...
Elon Musk is set to make more than every U.S. elementary teacher combined
See how Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s new payment package compares with other occupations in the United States.
www.washingtonpost.com
November 19, 2025 at 12:28 PM
This is a reason working folks think the priorities are off in our country… www.washingtonpost.com/technology/i...
Make sure to register for tomorrow's webinar!
With so many questions around healthcare, coverage costs, & more, we're holding a webinar with Emily Gee (@americanprogress.bsky.social) & Leslie Dach (@ProtectOurCare.org) Thursday, 11/20 at 6 PM EDT to provide some answers. Please register below & send your questions! aft.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
November 19, 2025 at 9:08 PM
Make sure to register for tomorrow's webinar!
“This move is neither streamlining nor reform–it’s an abdication and abandonment of America’s future. Rather than show leadership in helping all students seize their potential, it walks away from that responsibility.” — @rweingarten.bsky.social
www.cnn.com/2025/11/18/p...
www.cnn.com/2025/11/18/p...
Trump administration accelerates push to dismantle Education Department as it offloads work to other agencies | CNN Politics
The Department of Education on Tuesday announced a further dismantling of the agency by transferring much of its remaining workload to other federal agencies in a bid to convince Congress the departme...
www.cnn.com
November 19, 2025 at 6:44 PM
“This move is neither streamlining nor reform–it’s an abdication and abandonment of America’s future. Rather than show leadership in helping all students seize their potential, it walks away from that responsibility.” — @rweingarten.bsky.social
www.cnn.com/2025/11/18/p...
www.cnn.com/2025/11/18/p...
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."
ICYMI: @rweingarten.bsky.social calls Trump's plan to dismantle the Dept of Education an "abdication & abandonment of America’s future."
"Rather than show leadership in helping all students seize their potential, it walks away from that responsibility."
Full statement ⬇️
www.aft.org/press-releas...
"Rather than show leadership in helping all students seize their potential, it walks away from that responsibility."
Full statement ⬇️
www.aft.org/press-releas...
AFT’s Weingarten on President Trump’s Order to Dismantle the Education Department
WASHINGTON—AFT President Randi Weingarten issued the following statement responding to the announcement today revealing President Donald Trump’s plan to move multiple parts of the U.S. Department of E...
www.aft.org
November 19, 2025 at 3:23 PM
ICYMI: @rweingarten.bsky.social calls Trump's plan to dismantle the Dept of Education an "abdication & abandonment of America’s future."
"Rather than show leadership in helping all students seize their potential, it walks away from that responsibility."
Full statement ⬇️
www.aft.org/press-releas...
"Rather than show leadership in helping all students seize their potential, it walks away from that responsibility."
Full statement ⬇️
www.aft.org/press-releas...
AFT members have fought hard to stop a healthcare crisis, which is why Congress’ failure to extend ACA tax credits is unacceptable. If these credits expire, millions will face higher costs or lose coverage.
Tell your lawmakers: extend the ACA tax credits now ⬇️
actionnetwork.org/letters/aca-...
Tell your lawmakers: extend the ACA tax credits now ⬇️
actionnetwork.org/letters/aca-...
Tell your lawmakers: Extend the ACA tax credits!
If the Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits expire, millions will face higher costs or lose coverage entirely. The House can still force a vote if enough members sign on to override leadership and br...
actionnetwork.org
November 19, 2025 at 3:13 PM
AFT members have fought hard to stop a healthcare crisis, which is why Congress’ failure to extend ACA tax credits is unacceptable. If these credits expire, millions will face higher costs or lose coverage.
Tell your lawmakers: extend the ACA tax credits now ⬇️
actionnetwork.org/letters/aca-...
Tell your lawmakers: extend the ACA tax credits now ⬇️
actionnetwork.org/letters/aca-...