The opening of LeBron James’ new public school in Akron, Ohio, was covered widely in the media this week. The Nation writes, “It is vital that we don’t fall in love with the idea that the wealthy philanthropist, no matter…
Pawt. School Committee Meeting, 7-26-18
PAWTUCKET SCHOOL COMMITTEE WORK SESSION Thursday, July 26, 2018 at 6:30 PM School Administration Building 286 Main Street, Pawtucket, RI 02860 I. Agenda Meeting will come to order Roll call Pledge of Allegiance II. Public Participation Comments from…
The AFT opposes Kavanaugh as Supreme Court nominee
A Supreme Court nominee should be fair, independent and committed to protecting the rights, freedoms and legal safeguards that protect every one of us. President Trump’s nominee Judge Brett Kavanaugh does not meet this standard. Kavanaugh’s record raises serious concerns…
Fresh Proof That Strong Unions Help Reduce Income Inequality
By Susan Dynarski July 6, 2018 New evidence shows that unions played a major role in reducing income inequality in the United States in the decades when organized labor was strong. But it also demonstrates that the decline in union…
Members are sticking with their unions
In a commentary on the Janus v. AFSCME decision by AFT President Randi Weingarten that ran in yesterday’s Education Week, she said, “Unions are still the best vehicle working people have to get ahead. Workers covered by a union contract…