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Ohio Federation of Teachers
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OFT represents Ohio educators & support staff (k-12, charter & higher ed), social workers, library workers & other public employees. Affiliate of AFT.
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On the newest episode of her podcast, @aft.org President @rweingarten.bsky.social speaks to educators in New Lexington about their transformational approach to education and how they infuse their curriculum with career exploration.
Union Talk Podcast
Take a trip to a rural corner of southeast Ohio, where New Lexington schools are unlocking real opportunity for students and offering a blueprint for relevant and engaging public schools that meet the...
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December 19, 2025 at 6:16 PM
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please show your support by sending a message to CEO Lauren Hagan and the CML Board of Trustees, asking them to stay neutral through our election. no public funds for union busting!

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Tell Columbus Metropolitan Library that you support library workers!
Librarians and library workers at Columbus Metropolitan Library are coming together to form our union because we love our libraries and we are dedicated to serving our community. We deserve a voice i...
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December 16, 2025 at 11:24 PM
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i love this article, because it really goes into depth about our stories and our process.

we’ve been working on this so long, and it means everything to me to be able to bring it to this stage.

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Behind the worker-led push to unionize the Columbus Metropolitan Library  – Matter News
Last week, CML United initiated the unionization process when it delivered signed union cards representing a supermajority of eligible library workers to Ohio’s State Employment Relations Board, takin...
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December 16, 2025 at 11:21 PM
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Workers at @columbuslibrary.bsky.social are forming a union because:
“‘Open To All’ means ‘All’. We organize because we all believe in this message and we love the work we do."
— Sabrina, Materials Services Associate, Whetstone Branch
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A graphic with Sabrina's photo and full quote: “‘Open To All’ means ‘All’. We organize because we all believe in this message and we love the work we do. Open To All has been a core concept for Columbus Metropolitan Library since its founding, but it doesn't only apply to the people we help every day. We need to be open to supporting the lives of all of our staff members, from all walks of life.
December 17, 2025 at 2:09 PM
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“There are so many aspects of our work that our staff care about and want to improve, and we haven’t been able to without that collective voice. … We have to hold strong and remember this union is for us, and we are doing this to equalize the power.”

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Behind the worker-led push to unionize the Columbus Metropolitan Library  – Matter News
Last week, CML United initiated the unionization process when it delivered signed union cards representing a supermajority of eligible library workers to Ohio’s State Employment Relations Board, takin...
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December 16, 2025 at 5:29 PM
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"We are proud to endorse @amyactonoh.bsky.social for Governor because she will put our children, families, and communities first by strengthening public education, higher education, and public services, and making life in Ohio more affordable." — OFT President @mcropper.bsky.social
Ohio Federation of Teachers Endorses Amy Acton for Governor
COLUMBUS — The Ohio Federation of Teachers (OFT) announced today that they have endorsed Dr. Amy Acton for Governor, following a meeting and vote last night of OFT’s Executive Council, a representativ...
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December 16, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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A big congratulations to the workers at Columbus Metropolitan Library for officially starting their union election process today! Having a voice in the workplace will help ensure safe staffing levels, a say in library policies and stronger libraries for their community. bsky.app/profile/oftu...
December 13, 2025 at 5:34 PM
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Rahaf is organizing a union at CML because “Library workers deserve safe, inclusive & sustainable jobs so that they can serve their communities at their best. That won't happen if we don't have a say in the policies that affect our lives, our incomes & our day-to-day interactions with patrons"
A photo of Rahaf, with this full quote: “Library workers deserve safe, inclusive, and sustainable jobs so that they can serve their communities at their best. That won't happen if we don't have a say in the policies that affect our lives, our incomes, and our day-to-day interactions with patrons from all walks of life. Nobody knows what we need better than us!” — Rahaf, Customer Services Specialist, Martin Luther King Branch
December 12, 2025 at 8:42 PM
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Congratulations to @columbuslibrary.bsky.social workers who filed for a union election today to join the thousands of library workers in the AFT family! @oftunion.bsky.social
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December 12, 2025 at 7:32 PM
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there is no library without library workers. 💕
December 12, 2025 at 3:52 PM
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We filed for our union election today!!!!!!!! Libraries need workers and workers need unions 💪
December 12, 2025 at 3:22 PM
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It's official — @columbuslibrary.bsky.social workers filed for their union election this morning!
Supermajority of Columbus Metropolitan Library Workers File For Union Election
COLUMBUS — Today, a supermajority of Columbus Metropolitan Library (CML) workers submitted signed union cards to Ohio’s State Employment Relations Board (SERB), initiating the union election process. ...
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December 12, 2025 at 2:58 PM
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Good news here in Columbus, according to Columbus News Guild on Instagram @dispatchnewsguild

Columbus Dispatch and Newark Advocate are forming a union.
“Extra! Extra!” “The Columbus Dispatch is unionizing” Picture of the outline of Ohio and over it says “The Local 1 Dispatch news guild”
December 10, 2025 at 3:17 PM
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Columbus Dispatch reporters are forming their union with @newsguild.org! They provide Ohioans with essential information about communities and state government. Show your support here:
Tell USA TODAY Co. to Recognize the Dispatch News Guild!
We are the reporters, photographers and digital producers of The Columbus Dispatch and Newark Advocate, two of the oldest news organizations in Central Ohio. We are fighting for our own futures and th...
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December 10, 2025 at 4:06 PM
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Solidarity with the Toledo Federation of Teachers as they fight back against potential budget cuts that would hurt not just teachers and staff, but also the students and communities they serve. These budget cut plans were announced by the school district with no input from the union.
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December 9, 2025 at 8:29 PM
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Congratulations to the educators and staff at the Arts & College Preparatory Academy in Columbus, Ohio — 98% voted YES to join the @oftunion.bsky.social + AFT family!
December 8, 2025 at 3:40 PM
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Big congratulations to ACPA United at the Arts & College Preparatory Academy in Columbus, Ohio, for winning their union vote to join @oftunion.bsky.social and @aft.org today with 98% voting YES!
December 7, 2025 at 12:54 AM
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Congratulations to ACPA (Arts and College Preparatory) United!

Educators and staff won their union vote today with 98% voting UNION YES!
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December 5, 2025 at 6:57 PM
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ACPA educators & staff are voting for their union *tomorrow* because:

"I want to see ACPA continue to grow"

"When staff feel supported, protected & valued, we’re able to show up more fully for our students."

"We must have a seat at the table when it comes to…the school we care about so deeply."
A graphic with a photo of Ada and this text: "ACPA is a place focused on creating safe spaces and allowing creativity to flow. We strive to give our students a space to be themselves and speak freely. A union opens up a door for staff to do the same. I want to see ACPA continue to grow and build strong relationships between staff members." — Ada, Intervention Specialist, 9th-12th Grade A graphic with a photo of Zach and this text: “ACPA’s mission has always been to protect marginalized students and provide them with the resources needed to cultivate meaningful, lifelong artistic practices. The success of this mission depends on the continued personal investment and retention of our educators. We must have a seat at the table when it comes to the direction of the school we care about so deeply. — Zach, 9th, 11th & 12th Grade Social Studies Teacher A photo of Emily and this text: “Joining a union at ACPA is about strengthening the foundation of the community we’ve all worked so hard to build. When staff feel supported, protected, and valued, we’re able to show up more fully for our students. A union gives us the structure to advocate for fair working conditions, consistent expectations, and transparent communication—things that directly impact the stability our students experience every day.” — Emily, Records and Middle School Administrative Assistant A photo of Ryan and this text: “It's important for everyone to have a balanced voice in the school, and for everyone's employment to be reasonably protected.” — Ryan, 9th Grade Science & Health Teacher
December 4, 2025 at 3:45 PM
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Sam, a Youth Engagement Specialist at Karl Rd. Branch, is forming a union at @columbuslibrary.bsky.social because:
“Strong libraries make strong communities—but it's about more than buildings. A union makes our work more sustainable for the long-haul, allowing me to serve my city for years to come.”
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December 3, 2025 at 4:50 PM
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Leaders in Ohio like @oftunion.bsky.social President Melissa Cropper are sounding the alarm about Republicans’ abandonment of students and the massive gap in funding that comes with it.
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Some Ohioans concerned by Department of Education’s move toward dismantlement
The Department of Education is taking key steps toward dismantling itself, worrying some Ohio education groups and parents.
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December 3, 2025 at 1:34 AM
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Educators and staff at Arts & College Preparatory Academy are voting Union Yes this Friday because:

“Teachers and staff deserve to earn a fair wage and have a voice in decisions that affect us and our students.” — Lily, 11th and 12th Grade English Teacher
a graphic with Lily's photo and this quote: “I support forming a union at ACPA because the teachers and staff deserve to earn a fair wage and have a voice in decisions that affect us and our students.”
December 1, 2025 at 4:59 PM
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Student loan forgiveness is back on for income-driven repayment plans. AFT has fought successfully to deliver relief for eligible borrowers, after the government paused nearly all forgiveness programs earlier this year. Find out more about loan forgiveness approvals ⬇️
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Student Loan Forgiveness Is Back As Education Department Resumes Processing
The Department of Education has resumed processing student loan forgiveness for borrowers in income-driven repayment plans, following a brief hiatus. Here's the latest.
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December 1, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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Through an innovative partnership between the public school & @ibewinternational.bsky.social, students in New Lexington, OH are getting a head start—learning skilled trades & preparing for in-demand jobs.

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November 29, 2025 at 1:52 AM
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"A union will help cultivate a workplace where staff members feel supported, valued, respected"
"Staff & teachers should have more of a voice"
"Unions lessen the inherent power imbalance in the employer-employee relationship"

This is why ACPA educators & staff are voting Union Yes next week!
A graphic with a photo of Akilah, a Middle & High School Intervention Specialist at ACPA, and this quote: “Forming a union will help cultivate a workplace where staff members feel supported, valued, respected, and genuinely heard. A union helps level the playing field, strengthen teacher retention, and encourage authentic collaboration between administration and staff. When administration and educators operate on one cohesive page and present a united front, our school becomes a stronger, healthier, and more sustainable place for both staff and students.” A graphic with this quote from Reagan, a 9th grade English Teacher at ACPA, “Staff and teachers should have more of a voice and ability to address issues that arise, as well as more consistent support from administration, specifically regarding discipline and school policy.” A graphic with a photo of Joe, an English and Journalism teacher at ACPA, and this quote: "I support forming a union at ACPA because all workers deserve to have a say in shaping their working conditions. Unions help to lessen the inherent power imbalance in the employer-employee relationship, making us more effective advocates for our students, better protectors of our livelihood, and more capable upholders of a school culture that we can be proud of."
November 26, 2025 at 4:02 PM