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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...
Today we celebrate the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act 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. www.aft.org/IDEA50
November 29, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Today we celebrate the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act 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. www.aft.org/IDEA50
From coast to coast, public schools are rising to meet their students’ needs — preparing young people for great careers, growing youth leadership, and making sure kids have what they need to learn.
Here are 3 #PublicSchoolProud stories that inspired us this week 👇
Here are 3 #PublicSchoolProud stories that inspired us this week 👇
November 29, 2025 at 1:52 AM
From coast to coast, public schools are rising to meet their students’ needs — preparing young people for great careers, growing youth leadership, and making sure kids have what they need to learn.
Here are 3 #PublicSchoolProud stories that inspired us this week 👇
Here are 3 #PublicSchoolProud stories that inspired us this week 👇
Following our lawsuit, which accused the Dept of Ed of delaying IBR application processing, they agreed to continue processing forgiveness for those who reached the threshold, and additional barriers might soon be lifted. www.businessinsider.com/more-student...
More student-loan borrowers could soon become eligible for lower payments and debt relief
Trump's Department of Education said it plans to remove the partial financial hardship requirement to enroll in income-based repayment in December.
www.businessinsider.com
November 28, 2025 at 1:17 PM
Following our lawsuit, which accused the Dept of Ed of delaying IBR application processing, they agreed to continue processing forgiveness for those who reached the threshold, and additional barriers might soon be lifted. www.businessinsider.com/more-student...
New data shows consumers are increasingly pessimistic about the economy and their prospects for good paying jobs and economic stability. Not just in times of economic uncertainty, unions are able to advocate for better wages and stability for our members. www.cnbc.com/2025/11/25/c...
Consumer confidence hits lowest point since April as job worries grow
The board's Consumer Confidence Index slumped to 88.7, a drop of 6.8 points from the prior month for its lowest reading in seven months.
www.cnbc.com
November 28, 2025 at 1:04 PM
New data shows consumers are increasingly pessimistic about the economy and their prospects for good paying jobs and economic stability. Not just in times of economic uncertainty, unions are able to advocate for better wages and stability for our members. www.cnbc.com/2025/11/25/c...
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I'm so sorry to hear that U.S. Army Specialist Sarah Beckstrom died after being gunned down. Her memory be a blessing. Violence has no place on our society, and this attack was craven and reprehensible. I’m praying for Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe’s recovery.
apnews.com/article/nati...
apnews.com/article/nati...
Trump says one of the two West Virginia National Guard members shot by Afghan national has died
President Donald Trump said that one of the two West Virginia National Guard members shot by an Afghan national near the White House had died.
apnews.com
November 28, 2025 at 2:15 AM
I'm so sorry to hear that U.S. Army Specialist Sarah Beckstrom died after being gunned down. Her memory be a blessing. Violence has no place on our society, and this attack was craven and reprehensible. I’m praying for Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe’s recovery.
apnews.com/article/nati...
apnews.com/article/nati...
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Thank you, Houston ISD teachers and staff, for taking care of our future. Happy Thanksgiving!
#Thanksgiving #Gracias #ThankYou #HoustonISD #HFT
@texasaft.org @aft.org
#Thanksgiving #Gracias #ThankYou #HoustonISD #HFT
@texasaft.org @aft.org
November 27, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Thank you, Houston ISD teachers and staff, for taking care of our future. Happy Thanksgiving!
#Thanksgiving #Gracias #ThankYou #HoustonISD #HFT
@texasaft.org @aft.org
#Thanksgiving #Gracias #ThankYou #HoustonISD #HFT
@texasaft.org @aft.org
50 years ago, IDEA guaranteed educational rights and services for disabled children and young adults from birth through age 21.
Explore our resources to reflect on IDEA’s legacy, elevate educator voices, and continue the fight for equity and inclusion in every public school ⬇️
Explore our resources to reflect on IDEA’s legacy, elevate educator voices, and continue the fight for equity and inclusion in every public school ⬇️
IDEA at 50: Advancing equity, access and opportunity for every child
Nov. 29 marks 50 years since Congress passed the Education for All Handicapped Children Act (EHA)—the landmark 1975 law that would later become the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). ...
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November 26, 2025 at 10:16 PM
50 years ago, IDEA guaranteed educational rights and services for disabled children and young adults from birth through age 21.
Explore our resources to reflect on IDEA’s legacy, elevate educator voices, and continue the fight for equity and inclusion in every public school ⬇️
Explore our resources to reflect on IDEA’s legacy, elevate educator voices, and continue the fight for equity and inclusion in every public school ⬇️
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Educator @sari.bsky.social shares how Sacagawea was so much more than a guide. Her knowledge, language skills and leadership helped the Lewis & Clark expedition survive — a story every student should know. Learn more on @aft.org's SML: sharemylesson.com/teaching-res...
November 19, 2025 at 2:43 PM
Educator @sari.bsky.social shares how Sacagawea was so much more than a guide. Her knowledge, language skills and leadership helped the Lewis & Clark expedition survive — a story every student should know. Learn more on @aft.org's SML: sharemylesson.com/teaching-res...
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And Linda McMahon doesn’t believe these nurses are professionals? How dare the Fed’l Dept of Ed deprofessionalize them. They are Heroes!!! And deserve every bit of gratitude we have. www.forbes.com/sites/richar... www.forbes.com/sites/richar...
The Real Frontline, Part I: The Nurses Fighting To Keep Healthcare Alive In Central Washington
Amid Medicaid cuts, disappearing services, and a deepening nurse shortage, rural ER and ICU nurses in central Washington are holding the line for an entire community.
www.forbes.com
November 26, 2025 at 4:50 PM
And Linda McMahon doesn’t believe these nurses are professionals? How dare the Fed’l Dept of Ed deprofessionalize them. They are Heroes!!! And deserve every bit of gratitude we have. www.forbes.com/sites/richar... www.forbes.com/sites/richar...
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"The 5,807-page filing was submitted this month as part of proceedings in a high-profile, years-old lawsuit alleging social media companies including Meta, TikTok, Snap and YouTube knowingly designed defective products that are addictive and harmful for teens."
www.politico.com/news/2025/11...
www.politico.com/news/2025/11...
‘We’re basically pushers’: Court filing alleges staff at social media giants compared their platforms to drugs
Meta said the allegations “rely on cherry-picked quotes and misinformed opinions” to present a misleading narrative.
www.politico.com
November 24, 2025 at 4:22 PM
"The 5,807-page filing was submitted this month as part of proceedings in a high-profile, years-old lawsuit alleging social media companies including Meta, TikTok, Snap and YouTube knowingly designed defective products that are addictive and harmful for teens."
www.politico.com/news/2025/11...
www.politico.com/news/2025/11...
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She packed for Thanksgiving. She ended up deported. No person should be in fear while traveling this holiday season. 💔
Every family deserves to be together, always. #FamiliesBelongTogether
Every family deserves to be together, always. #FamiliesBelongTogether
November 26, 2025 at 6:11 PM
She packed for Thanksgiving. She ended up deported. No person should be in fear while traveling this holiday season. 💔
Every family deserves to be together, always. #FamiliesBelongTogether
Every family deserves to be together, always. #FamiliesBelongTogether
Maris Cinelli loves McNair scholars who come through her medicinal plant chemistry lab each year. Their fresh perspectives and creativity introduce important ideas—but that’s in jeopardy now as cuts to the McNair program eliminate resources students need to stay in school.
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Medicinal research and student opportunity snatched away
By Maris Cinelli
medium.com
November 26, 2025 at 6:14 PM
Maris Cinelli loves McNair scholars who come through her medicinal plant chemistry lab each year. Their fresh perspectives and creativity introduce important ideas—but that’s in jeopardy now as cuts to the McNair program eliminate resources students need to stay in school.
medium.com/@AFTunion/me...
medium.com/@AFTunion/me...
IDEA turns 50 this Saturday, and the urgency for inclusion continues.
In this @sharemylesson.bsky.social blog post, Heidi Goger explains why this moment matters for every educator: sharemylesson.com/blog/fierce-...
In this @sharemylesson.bsky.social blog post, Heidi Goger explains why this moment matters for every educator: sharemylesson.com/blog/fierce-...
November 26, 2025 at 4:53 PM
IDEA turns 50 this Saturday, and the urgency for inclusion continues.
In this @sharemylesson.bsky.social blog post, Heidi Goger explains why this moment matters for every educator: sharemylesson.com/blog/fierce-...
In this @sharemylesson.bsky.social blog post, Heidi Goger explains why this moment matters for every educator: sharemylesson.com/blog/fierce-...
Dismantling the Department of Education is nothing less than an abandonment of the future of our country. That's why AFT has joined a lawsuit against the Trump administration to stop its unlawful actions that will hurt students and schools.
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/25/u...
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/25/u...
School Groups Sue to Stop Dismantling of the Education Department
www.nytimes.com
November 26, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Dismantling the Department of Education is nothing less than an abandonment of the future of our country. That's why AFT has joined a lawsuit against the Trump administration to stop its unlawful actions that will hurt students and schools.
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/25/u...
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/25/u...
Target's diversity, equity and inclusion programs won customer loyalty among Black and Latino shoppers—until they abandoned those policies due to political pressure. This holiday season, AFT has joined a renewed Target boycott that is gaining momentum.
www.aft.org/news/we-aint...
www.aft.org/news/we-aint...
We ain’t buying it: Why we boycott Target
For a long time, Target—that popular mega store that seemed to hit just the right combination of low prices and of-the-moment swagger—was everyone’s darling, the go-to spot for everything from groceri...
www.aft.org
November 26, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Target's diversity, equity and inclusion programs won customer loyalty among Black and Latino shoppers—until they abandoned those policies due to political pressure. This holiday season, AFT has joined a renewed Target boycott that is gaining momentum.
www.aft.org/news/we-aint...
www.aft.org/news/we-aint...
This Thanksgiving, show your gratitude with beautiful floral arrangements from Teleflora. Union members save 30% off all flowers and gifts —including elegant centerpieces, gourmet baskets and chocolate-covered treats. Offer ends 11/28/25. Shop now: unionplus.click/afn
November 26, 2025 at 3:40 PM
This Thanksgiving, show your gratitude with beautiful floral arrangements from Teleflora. Union members save 30% off all flowers and gifts —including elegant centerpieces, gourmet baskets and chocolate-covered treats. Offer ends 11/28/25. Shop now: unionplus.click/afn
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50 years of civil rights for students with disabilities, and the urgency continues.
Heidy Goger shares why this moment matters for every educator.
Read the blog here: sharemylesson.com/blog/fierce-...
@aft.org @rweingarten.bsky.social @marlau-k.bsky.social @aftteach.bsky.social
Heidy Goger shares why this moment matters for every educator.
Read the blog here: sharemylesson.com/blog/fierce-...
@aft.org @rweingarten.bsky.social @marlau-k.bsky.social @aftteach.bsky.social
November 24, 2025 at 5:25 PM
50 years of civil rights for students with disabilities, and the urgency continues.
Heidy Goger shares why this moment matters for every educator.
Read the blog here: sharemylesson.com/blog/fierce-...
@aft.org @rweingarten.bsky.social @marlau-k.bsky.social @aftteach.bsky.social
Heidy Goger shares why this moment matters for every educator.
Read the blog here: sharemylesson.com/blog/fierce-...
@aft.org @rweingarten.bsky.social @marlau-k.bsky.social @aftteach.bsky.social
This final week of #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth, check out some of the stories of how AFT members support Native American communities and celebrate Native cultures.
www.aft.org/native-ameri...
www.aft.org/native-ameri...
Native American Lives: A Collection of AFT Resources and Community
www.aft.org
November 25, 2025 at 8:55 PM
This final week of #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth, check out some of the stories of how AFT members support Native American communities and celebrate Native cultures.
www.aft.org/native-ameri...
www.aft.org/native-ameri...
WATCH: We took a ferry to school!
@rweingarten.bsky.social visited the Harbor School in NYC, a public school where students dive deep into marine biology, vessel operations, and even build underwater robots. #PublicSchoolProud #CTEworks
@rweingarten.bsky.social visited the Harbor School in NYC, a public school where students dive deep into marine biology, vessel operations, and even build underwater robots. #PublicSchoolProud #CTEworks
November 25, 2025 at 8:04 PM
WATCH: We took a ferry to school!
@rweingarten.bsky.social visited the Harbor School in NYC, a public school where students dive deep into marine biology, vessel operations, and even build underwater robots. #PublicSchoolProud #CTEworks
@rweingarten.bsky.social visited the Harbor School in NYC, a public school where students dive deep into marine biology, vessel operations, and even build underwater robots. #PublicSchoolProud #CTEworks
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Kaiser’s policies are pushing providers past their limits which puts patient safety at risk.
With Kaiser making $12.9 billion in net revenue & its CEO being paid over $12 million, Kaiser can afford to do better.
Stand with us at ofnhp.aft.org/we-are-kaiser
With Kaiser making $12.9 billion in net revenue & its CEO being paid over $12 million, Kaiser can afford to do better.
Stand with us at ofnhp.aft.org/we-are-kaiser
Kaiser NP: "A Sprained Pinky or a Stroke, We Get 20 Minutes."
YouTube video by OFNHP
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November 25, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Kaiser’s policies are pushing providers past their limits which puts patient safety at risk.
With Kaiser making $12.9 billion in net revenue & its CEO being paid over $12 million, Kaiser can afford to do better.
Stand with us at ofnhp.aft.org/we-are-kaiser
With Kaiser making $12.9 billion in net revenue & its CEO being paid over $12 million, Kaiser can afford to do better.
Stand with us at ofnhp.aft.org/we-are-kaiser
Union members, your November road trip awaits! Save up to 35%* on Budget base rates + add coupon MUGZ036 for an additional $10 off $175* or more. Make memories without breaking the bank!
*Terms apply. Book now: unionplus.click/rkc
*Terms apply. Book now: unionplus.click/rkc
November 25, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Union members, your November road trip awaits! Save up to 35%* on Budget base rates + add coupon MUGZ036 for an additional $10 off $175* or more. Make memories without breaking the bank!
*Terms apply. Book now: unionplus.click/rkc
*Terms apply. Book now: unionplus.click/rkc
AFT is joining the "We Ain't Buying It" boycott of Amazon, Home Depot and Target for enabling the Trump administration’s attacks on working families.
@rweingarten.bsky.social talked to @jenrubin.bsky.social about using consumer power to preserve democracy ⬇️
contrarian.substack.com/p/a-call-to-...
@rweingarten.bsky.social talked to @jenrubin.bsky.social about using consumer power to preserve democracy ⬇️
contrarian.substack.com/p/a-call-to-...
A call to action
‘We Ain’t Buying It’
contrarian.substack.com
November 25, 2025 at 4:07 PM
AFT is joining the "We Ain't Buying It" boycott of Amazon, Home Depot and Target for enabling the Trump administration’s attacks on working families.
@rweingarten.bsky.social talked to @jenrubin.bsky.social about using consumer power to preserve democracy ⬇️
contrarian.substack.com/p/a-call-to-...
@rweingarten.bsky.social talked to @jenrubin.bsky.social about using consumer power to preserve democracy ⬇️
contrarian.substack.com/p/a-call-to-...
The Protect America’s Workforce Act would restore union rights and undo Trump’s executive order banning collective bargaining for thousands of federal workers. Stand with public employees and tell your lawmakers to support this legislation here ⬇️
actionnetwork.org/letters/prot...
actionnetwork.org/letters/prot...
Pass the Protect America's Workforce Act!
Federal workers, including those that teach children at world class Department of Defense Schools and those who care for patients in the VA’s health care system, deserve a voice on the job and a seat ...
actionnetwork.org
November 25, 2025 at 3:59 PM
The Protect America’s Workforce Act would restore union rights and undo Trump’s executive order banning collective bargaining for thousands of federal workers. Stand with public employees and tell your lawmakers to support this legislation here ⬇️
actionnetwork.org/letters/prot...
actionnetwork.org/letters/prot...
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Take a moment to read my new piece on the impact and need for law to include and educate students with disabilities.
sharemylesson.com/blog/fierce-...
sharemylesson.com/blog/fierce-...
The Fierce Urgency of Now: 50 Years of Civil Rights for Students with Disabilities
Note: The events described are based on true experiences, but some individuals have been combined into a composite character of Melissa, who symbolizes students with disabilities who were margi
sharemylesson.com
November 24, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Take a moment to read my new piece on the impact and need for law to include and educate students with disabilities.
sharemylesson.com/blog/fierce-...
sharemylesson.com/blog/fierce-...
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Check out this terrific blog from my colleague Heidi Goger @aft.org The rights of ALL children matter & it takes both data & stories to remind us how far we’ve come & why we must celebrate and protect IDEA@50!
50 years of civil rights for students with disabilities, and the urgency continues.
Heidy Goger shares why this moment matters for every educator.
Read the blog here: sharemylesson.com/blog/fierce-...
@aft.org @rweingarten.bsky.social @marlau-k.bsky.social @aftteach.bsky.social
Heidy Goger shares why this moment matters for every educator.
Read the blog here: sharemylesson.com/blog/fierce-...
@aft.org @rweingarten.bsky.social @marlau-k.bsky.social @aftteach.bsky.social
November 24, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Check out this terrific blog from my colleague Heidi Goger @aft.org The rights of ALL children matter & it takes both data & stories to remind us how far we’ve come & why we must celebrate and protect IDEA@50!