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New Report Finds States Have Deprived Schools of Hundreds of Billions of Dollars Since 2016 WASHINGTON—Forty-two states devote a smaller share of their economies to their K-12 public schools than they did 20 years ago.

Thank you to the Albert Shanker Institute, University of Miami School of Education and Human Development, and Rutgers University Graduate School of Education for your work on ‘The Adequacy and Fairness of State School Finance Systems.’

New Report Finds States Have Deprived Schools of Hundreds of Billions of Dollars Since 2016 WASHINGTON—Forty-two states devote a smaller share of their economies to their K-12 public schools than they did 20 years ago.

States have drained K-12 funding and it is hurting students. This new report makes it clear that instead of diverting taxpayer funds to vouchers and privatization, states must redouble their effort and commit to investing in the schools that 90% of kids attend. www.aft.org/press-releas...

Opinion | Congress is done waiting for Big Tech to protect kids online Parents and their children deserve laws that work to reduce social media harms.

Exactly right-so Congress should act!! www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/202...

Trump said he had a strong game plan to keep energy markets stable. The plan failed. Oil is soaring. Gas is climbing. Families are suffering. A strong game plan does not create economic chaos. A strong game plan does not require emergency meetings to fix its own damage. #TrumpsGasProblem

In contrast to the coverup of the EPSTEIN crimes here in America, there are ongoing investigations in the UK, France, Turkey, Poland, Latvia & Lithuania that is sure to expose his central, filthy role in the largest crimes against humanity case in world history. #AccountabilityIsComing

Seventh US service member killed in Iran war is identified as Army sergeant | CNN Politics A US soldier died after sustaining injuries during an attack last week in Saudi Arabia, the military said, bringing the number of American troops killed in the Iran war to seven.

I’m sorry to hear that Army Sgt. Benjamin N. Pennington died following an Iranian attack on Prince Sultan Air Base. May his memory be a blessing.. www.cnn.com/2026/03/08/p...

Trump Org Files Trademarks to Put the President’s Name Front and Center at America’s 250th In one filing submitted on Friday, a “Trump 250” image was trademarked to be used on a variety of merchandise.

From meme coins to our nation’s 250th Anniversary, Trump continues to enrich himself off the backs of working Americans.

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F.B.I. Subpoenas Records in Arizona in Expansion of 2020 Voting Inquiry

“What the Trump administration appears to be pursuing now is not a legitimate law enforcement inquiry. It is the weaponization of federal law enforcement in service of crackpots and lies.” The AZ attorney general is exactly right and every lawmakers should speak up. www.nytimes.com/2026/03/09/n...

Oil prices seesaw as Trump sends mixed messages on what’s next in Iran Oil climbed to nearly $120 per barrel before falling back after Trump sent mixed signals and the Group of Seven mulled releasing emergency oil supplies.

Trump’s latest war is already hitting Americans at the pump. Average gas prices could push north of $4 a gallon in the coming days. Markets are getting shaky and everyday Americans are the ones paying the price.
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We demand de-escalation, transparency and accountability from the Department of Homeland Security The federal government is supposed to protect, not endanger, Americans. However, the Department of Homeland Security is imperiling the basic rights of all people in this country. Immigration enforcem...

Write to your members of Congress–and tell them you want deescalation, transparency, and accountability from DHS. actionnetwork.org/letters/we-d...

How D.H.S. Retreated on Immigration Tactics After Minneapolis

ICE's scaled back presence in Minnesota has been a welcome sign, but we must ensure guardrails that guarantee accountability and transparency are put on immigration enforcement.
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What hospitals don’t want you to know: You can negotiate your bill. We’re fighting for a world where you don’t go broke getting well. Learn how to advocate for yourself and your family at bsky.app/profile/aft....

KU faculty union, administrators reach tentative contract agreement after nearly 2 years After nearly two years of bargaining, the KU faculty union has reached a tentative agreement with administrators, union leaders announced Friday.

The agreement isn’t just about enshrining the freedom to teach and to learn for the University of Kansas faculty union, it guarantees pathways to promotions and secures significant—and long overdue—wage increases.
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Rocking My Daughter to Sleep During Women’s History Month A mother reflects on rocking her daughter to sleep during Women’s History Month and why it matters that girls see themselves in the stories we teach. This blog explores the origins of Women’s History ...

This is an important and heartfelt #WomensHistoryMonth blog from Megan on our Share My Lesson team. She writes about the origins of the month and why it's as important as ever to teach about women's stories and accomplishments in our classrooms year-round.
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New York public workers call for Tier 6 pension fixes ALBANY, NY (WRGB)- Thousands of New York state public workers gathered at MVP Arena on Sunday, urging lawmakers to change the Tier 6 retirement system that affe

Any social studies teacher teaches that there should be a social contract that if you work hard and play by the rules, you + your family will be okay. NY must #FixTier6 and strengthen pensions for public workers. @melindajperson.bsky.social cbs6albany.com/news/local/n...

Great news for this family! Let’s keep up the pressure to help all families live in safety and dignity. bsky.app/profile/joaq...

So Russia is helping Iran

Russia is helping Iran hurt Americans

Trump is silent about this

Except we are lifting sanctions off Russia

Oh and by the way we have a major oil and gas crisis…

Except.. the country helping Iran .. we will now help by lifting sanctions

Why did we start this war

Governor Hochul helping us close out the #FixTier6 rally! #UnionStrong @governor.ny.gov

Solidarity in Albany today! #FixTier6

Proud to have been 1 of 15,000.
#unionstrong #fixtier6

When @uft.org President Michael Mulgrew began as a teacher, Tier 4 was considered a “bad tier.”

But teachers in previous tiers stood with him & other tier 4 members until it was fixed.

It’s time to do the same with Tier 6. #FixTier6

Georgia Teacher Is Killed After Teenagers’ Prank Goes Wrong

Just look at the love that underlies this tragedy….. it’s a terrible tragedy… but this teacher & his wife are angels…. Georgia Teacher Is Killed After Teenagers’ Prank Goes Wrong www.nytimes.com/2026/03/08/u...

Markets drop over oil price fears as analysts warn of $4-a-gallon gas World leaders are scrambling to confront the surging cost of oil, as its fallout also threatens to revive inflation in an array of other products.

This war of choice-leads to this…. Oil and gas prices skyrocket.. and markets tumble

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Oregon bill to regulate ICE agents in hospitals set to become law OREGON — A bill to regulate federal immigration agents' conduct in Oregon hospitals is set to become law after passing the state House and Senate.

Oregon’s Healthcare Without Fear Act is an example of how state legislation can keep communities safe. As Ellie Murray of @oregonnursesassoc.bsky.social says, the bill is important to protect patients’ rights, and it will safeguard workers, too.
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NEWS: U.S. Underestimated Iran’s War Readiness; Hardline Leader Takes Power; New Video Suggests U.S. Missile Strike Near Iranian Girls’ School Good morning everyone.

The understatement of the day- Iran has been preparing for decades for war with America. They are a brutal regime, horrible to their own people but the President needed to understand what he was getting Americans into open.substack.com/pub/aaronpar...

@lisaannwalter.bsky.social may not be an AFT member, but she plays one on TV. It was great to have her with us fighting to #FixTier6.

I was so glad to see so many unions there. NYSUT, PEF, UUP, UFT, and so many local unions. And we weren't alone. Firefighters, nurses, public and private works, Tom DiNapoli, Tish James, and Kathy Hochul all showed their support. #FixTier6

If you devote your life to educating the next generation you should be able to retire with dignity and grace. That's why the pension is a promise, but New York broke that promise with Tier 6. This comes down to basic fairness. #FixTier6

What an incredible day in Albany. We had more than 15,000 public workers from all over the state, united to demand that New York #FixTier6.

ICE Detention of Teen Musicians Roils Texas Mariachi Community

Students should be in classrooms, rehearsal rooms and on stages, not in detention centers. The story of these Texas teen mariachi musicians and their family is heartbreaking, and a reminder of why our members keep fighting for their students’ safety. www.nytimes.com/2026/03/08/u...