LaBrina Hopkins
@labrinaj.bsky.social
Mother, LaLa, educator, unionist, and fighter for democracy. Dedicated member of 💗💚 and 💛🤍🐢. Just doing my part to make this world a better place.
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@rweingarten.bsky.social’s new column expresses gratitude for the helpers in our communities—those who fight for a better life for all.
"You, the helpers, give me immense hope that together we can reclaim that promise of America and build a better future for everyone."
www.aft.org/column/grati...
"You, the helpers, give me immense hope that together we can reclaim that promise of America and build a better future for everyone."
www.aft.org/column/grati...
December 21, 2025 at 5:37 PM
@rweingarten.bsky.social’s new column expresses gratitude for the helpers in our communities—those who fight for a better life for all.
"You, the helpers, give me immense hope that together we can reclaim that promise of America and build a better future for everyone."
www.aft.org/column/grati...
"You, the helpers, give me immense hope that together we can reclaim that promise of America and build a better future for everyone."
www.aft.org/column/grati...
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Democrats are comfortable fighting Trump, but to change the country we need to do more than critique; Americans want solutions & there’s lots of room to work on economic pathways to success and creating opportunity for all. Thanks @DashaBurns for the conversation. www.politico.com/video/2025/1...
Economy & Education: U.S. trade rep. Greer and teacher's union head Weingarten | The Conversation
www.politico.com
December 5, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Democrats are comfortable fighting Trump, but to change the country we need to do more than critique; Americans want solutions & there’s lots of room to work on economic pathways to success and creating opportunity for all. Thanks @DashaBurns for the conversation. www.politico.com/video/2025/1...
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After losing elections in NY, NJ, VA, Trump dismissed the affordability crisis as a "Democrat hoax" and "con job." Meanwhile, 46% of voters blame him for the economic situation. Denying reality won't pay anyone's rent. #TrumpAffordabilityCrisis www.latimes.com/politics/sto...
As Trump calls affordability a 'con job,' Democrats unveil an affordable housing plan
Democrats on Capitol Hill are moving early to shape an affordability-focused agenda ahead of the midterms, including a proposal to address rising housing costs.
www.latimes.com
December 4, 2025 at 9:22 PM
After losing elections in NY, NJ, VA, Trump dismissed the affordability crisis as a "Democrat hoax" and "con job." Meanwhile, 46% of voters blame him for the economic situation. Denying reality won't pay anyone's rent. #TrumpAffordabilityCrisis www.latimes.com/politics/sto...
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Today marks 50 years of IDEA. Today we celebrate this landmark civil rights law and recommit ourselves to the work ahead. IDEA is both a milestone and a mandate; our collective responsibility is to fulfill its promise for the next generation.
November 29, 2025 at 7:28 PM
Today marks 50 years of IDEA. Today we celebrate this landmark civil rights law and recommit ourselves to the work ahead. IDEA is both a milestone and a mandate; our collective responsibility is to fulfill its promise for the next generation.
Well said!!
It’s tough to be a thankful teacher when budgets are slashed and the federal DOE is under fire. Find out why my gratitude still burns bright, fueled by NM investment, my union, and my students. #ThankfulTeacher #NMEd #UnionStrong #EducationCrisis
🍎 More Than a Thank You Note: Finding Gratitude in the Crisis of Modern Education
We must keep our optimism for education in spite of the challenges we currently face. Thanksgiving approaches, and across the internet, there’s a lovely chorus of gratitude directed toward ed…
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November 23, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Well said!!
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“We know the damage is already being felt in our schools, with our most vulnerable students suffering the most.” AFT-MA president Jessica Tang -The harm isn't theoretical. It's happening NOW. That's why we're suing. That's why we're fighting.” #TrumpCrushesYourDreams www.masslive.com/politics/202...
‘Chaos and fear’: Mass. officials raise alarms over Trump’s move to dismantle US Dept. of Education
"Our students and educators need a supportive federal education agency," one top Healey administration official said Wednesday.
www.masslive.com
November 21, 2025 at 7:33 PM
“We know the damage is already being felt in our schools, with our most vulnerable students suffering the most.” AFT-MA president Jessica Tang -The harm isn't theoretical. It's happening NOW. That's why we're suing. That's why we're fighting.” #TrumpCrushesYourDreams www.masslive.com/politics/202...
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Today-Trump and Musk endorsed Cuomo-Cuomo is the candidate of the billionaires. Mamdani is fighting for affordability for all of us-particularly working families. I disagree with ZM on Israel but I want a Mayor who fights for the strugglers & strivers- not for those who are taking away our freedoms
November 3, 2025 at 11:45 PM
Today-Trump and Musk endorsed Cuomo-Cuomo is the candidate of the billionaires. Mamdani is fighting for affordability for all of us-particularly working families. I disagree with ZM on Israel but I want a Mayor who fights for the strugglers & strivers- not for those who are taking away our freedoms
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Good news: Obama Calls Mamdani to Praise His Campaign and Offers to Be Sounding Board www.nytimes.com/2025/11/01/n...
Obama Calls Mamdani to Praise His Campaign and Offers to Be Sounding Board
www.nytimes.com
November 1, 2025 at 8:02 PM
Good news: Obama Calls Mamdani to Praise His Campaign and Offers to Be Sounding Board www.nytimes.com/2025/11/01/n...
Disgusting!!
My response to @edsecmcmahon.govpeeps.us on twitter
November 1, 2025 at 3:17 PM
Disgusting!!
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Remember when we MAGA was losing their minds over the price of eggs before the election? Fast forward…grocery prices have skyrocketed, including eggs, and the government is about to willfully let 42M people go hungry. When does the winning start?
October 30, 2025 at 2:37 AM
Remember when we MAGA was losing their minds over the price of eggs before the election? Fast forward…grocery prices have skyrocketed, including eggs, and the government is about to willfully let 42M people go hungry. When does the winning start?
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The House is in recess while military families continue to face uncertainty, costs are rising, and healthcare cuts are hurting Americans. #TrumpShutdownBadForUS www.npr.org/2025/10/16/n...
Troops paid after last-minute fix, but military families still face uncertainty
A last-minute intervention ensured the military was paid despite the government shutdown, but military families remain anxious as the shutdown drags on without a long-term solution.
www.npr.org
October 16, 2025 at 7:11 PM
The House is in recess while military families continue to face uncertainty, costs are rising, and healthcare cuts are hurting Americans. #TrumpShutdownBadForUS www.npr.org/2025/10/16/n...
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We are so proud of our members and communities who are protecting kids from this administration's inhumanity. Thank you!
www.nytimes.com/2025/10/11/n...
www.nytimes.com/2025/10/11/n...
These Students Are Scared. Friends and Teachers Are Their Protectors.
www.nytimes.com
October 11, 2025 at 3:31 PM
We are so proud of our members and communities who are protecting kids from this administration's inhumanity. Thank you!
www.nytimes.com/2025/10/11/n...
www.nytimes.com/2025/10/11/n...
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Trump refuses to negotiate with Democrats in Congress. Instead, he’s willing to shut down the government to make deeper cuts to our healthcare & services we depend on. It’s time for Congress to put families first and stop the #TrumpShutdown. bsky.app/profile/aft....
Trump & Republicans have control of the White House & Congress, but still can't pass a budget & refuse to negotiate.
Our paychecks, healthcare, & schools are NOT bargaining chips. Congress needs to stop the games & do their jobs.
Tell your rep: REJECT the #TrumpShutdown.
Our paychecks, healthcare, & schools are NOT bargaining chips. Congress needs to stop the games & do their jobs.
Tell your rep: REJECT the #TrumpShutdown.
September 30, 2025 at 7:14 PM
Trump refuses to negotiate with Democrats in Congress. Instead, he’s willing to shut down the government to make deeper cuts to our healthcare & services we depend on. It’s time for Congress to put families first and stop the #TrumpShutdown. bsky.app/profile/aft....
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The Alphabet Boys NEVER caught her and they NEVER WILL
Y'all not making enough noise round this mf 🗣🗣🗣🗣
Y'all not making enough noise round this mf 🗣🗣🗣🗣
September 26, 2025 at 4:46 PM
The Alphabet Boys NEVER caught her and they NEVER WILL
Y'all not making enough noise round this mf 🗣🗣🗣🗣
Y'all not making enough noise round this mf 🗣🗣🗣🗣
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My humble plea.✊🏿
Now That We Saved Jimmy Kimmel, Let’s Save the Rest of Us
Be careful out there.
open.substack.com
September 26, 2025 at 2:35 PM
My humble plea.✊🏿
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Read that again. A jump from $7,000 a month to $24,000 a monthly. What family can afford that? bsky.app/profile/duck...
Your health care bill is about to explode.
The notices will start arriving next month.
A $7,000 bill could jump to $24,000.
Democrats are fighting to stop this. Republicans are fighting to guarantee your costs go up.
We need to fix this. Now.
The notices will start arriving next month.
A $7,000 bill could jump to $24,000.
Democrats are fighting to stop this. Republicans are fighting to guarantee your costs go up.
We need to fix this. Now.
September 27, 2025 at 10:34 AM
Read that again. A jump from $7,000 a month to $24,000 a monthly. What family can afford that? bsky.app/profile/duck...
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Make no mistake: this country’s health care crisis will only worsen if Congress doesn’t extend the ACA tax credits.
22 MILLION will face extreme insurance hikes.
130,000 health care jobs will be lost.
Everyone will pay more.
You know what to do:
act.aflcio.org/call_campaig...
22 MILLION will face extreme insurance hikes.
130,000 health care jobs will be lost.
Everyone will pay more.
You know what to do:
act.aflcio.org/call_campaig...
CALL: Stop Looming Health Care Price Spikes!
On Nov. 1, Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplaces in most states will begin to open for enrollment for next year. Unless Congress acts, more than 90% of people enrolled in ACA health care plans w...
act.aflcio.org
September 27, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Make no mistake: this country’s health care crisis will only worsen if Congress doesn’t extend the ACA tax credits.
22 MILLION will face extreme insurance hikes.
130,000 health care jobs will be lost.
Everyone will pay more.
You know what to do:
act.aflcio.org/call_campaig...
22 MILLION will face extreme insurance hikes.
130,000 health care jobs will be lost.
Everyone will pay more.
You know what to do:
act.aflcio.org/call_campaig...
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Good morning, Boston!
The Boston Teachers Union is giving away FREE books, Legos and so much more thanks to our #ReadingOpensTheWorld campaign 📚💙 @aftmass.bsky.social @jessjtang.bsky.social
The Boston Teachers Union is giving away FREE books, Legos and so much more thanks to our #ReadingOpensTheWorld campaign 📚💙 @aftmass.bsky.social @jessjtang.bsky.social
September 27, 2025 at 2:14 PM
Good morning, Boston!
The Boston Teachers Union is giving away FREE books, Legos and so much more thanks to our #ReadingOpensTheWorld campaign 📚💙 @aftmass.bsky.social @jessjtang.bsky.social
The Boston Teachers Union is giving away FREE books, Legos and so much more thanks to our #ReadingOpensTheWorld campaign 📚💙 @aftmass.bsky.social @jessjtang.bsky.social
Just makes no sense!
Trump, despite having a Republican trifecta in DC, is refusing to meet with Democrats. It shows his reckless disregard for the pain a shutdown will cause to American families. #TrumpsGovernmentShutdown www.forbes.com/sites/sarado...
Shutdown Tracker: Trump Calls Democrats ‘Crazy’—Says He Won’t Compromise
Trump has repeatedly targeted Democrats over gender-reassignment surgeries—without explaining what he means—in blaming them for a possible government shutdown.
www.forbes.com
September 26, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Just makes no sense!
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Allowing AI programs to deny people the care that they need is wrong, and it’s an insult to retired and disabled Americans who deserve the best of care from doctors and nurses. Tell your lawmakers: AI shouldn't decide who gets the care they need. actionnetwork.org/letters/ai-m... @AFT.org
AI shouldn't decide who gets healthcare.
Allowing AI programs to deny people the care that they need is wrong, and it’s an insult to retired and disabled Americans who deserve the best of care from doctors and nurses. We will not allow this ...
actionnetwork.org
September 25, 2025 at 1:20 AM
Allowing AI programs to deny people the care that they need is wrong, and it’s an insult to retired and disabled Americans who deserve the best of care from doctors and nurses. Tell your lawmakers: AI shouldn't decide who gets the care they need. actionnetwork.org/letters/ai-m... @AFT.org
List to the people on the front lines!!
The federal workers who keep our air and water clean, keep our workplaces safe and help people come back after disasters are sounding the alarm: millions of families will be hurt by the Trump administration and DOGE’s cuts to our essential services.
Federal Workers Declare Five-Alarm Fires at Agencies
Braving retaliation, thousands of federal workers across six agencies have signed open letters charging that their workplaces are being hamstrung or dismantled by the Trump administration. They join f...
labornotes.org
September 25, 2025 at 1:40 PM
List to the people on the front lines!!
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.@aft.org joined the Target boycott to show there are consequences for betraying promises to Black & brown workers and customers. Until they do right, our members will spend their money at places they feel respected and recognized.
www.investopedia.com/target-faces...
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Target Faces Boycott: 200 Days Without DEI, Financial Impact Grows
Target's DEI rollback triggered a 200-plus day boycott, $20B market value loss, a massive decline in foot traffic, and a CEO's departure.
www.investopedia.com
September 25, 2025 at 1:17 AM
.@aft.org joined the Target boycott to show there are consequences for betraying promises to Black & brown workers and customers. Until they do right, our members will spend their money at places they feel respected and recognized.
www.investopedia.com/target-faces...
www.investopedia.com/target-faces...
Congratulations!! I have my copy!!
I made the USA Today Best-Selling Booklist! Thank you to everyone- who bought the book, read the book and all the positive feedback!
Yes, it’s a warning but it is also a testament to the incredible work teachers do.
Yes, it’s a warning but it is also a testament to the incredible work teachers do.
September 25, 2025 at 12:39 PM
Congratulations!! I have my copy!!
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We’re here with Community Bookstore and Congregation Beth Elohim for the launch of @rweingarten.bsky.social’s new book Why Fascists Fear Teachers. She’s having a conversation with @bradlander.bsky.social about the book.
September 16, 2025 at 11:21 PM
We’re here with Community Bookstore and Congregation Beth Elohim for the launch of @rweingarten.bsky.social’s new book Why Fascists Fear Teachers. She’s having a conversation with @bradlander.bsky.social about the book.