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Reading and math intervention teacher grades k-5. Proud public school advocate! President AFT-NH. Mother of 2 wonderful grown-ups.

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This is literally what CURRENT LAW requires. It’s in the Constitution! www.politico.com/news/2026/02...

10.02.2026 03:18 πŸ‘ 11248 πŸ” 3120 πŸ’¬ 237 πŸ“Œ 232
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Utah GOP push to repeal anti-gerrymander law falters amid fraud allegations tied to firm backed by Trump Jr. As a result of the growing controversy, the GOP ended its partnership with Patriot Grassroots.

🚨BREAKING: A Trump-backed, GOP effort to repeal a Utah law that could give Democrats one extra U.S. House seat appears to be unraveling after county officials flagged thousands of potentially invalid and fraudulent petition signatures. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...

09.02.2026 20:56 πŸ‘ 4493 πŸ” 1516 πŸ’¬ 214 πŸ“Œ 129

I know people on Bsky know this but I hope it filters out: The feds are OCCUPYING the Twin Cities. This is a blockade, a siege. They are shutting down economic and civic activity. They are conducting "papers please" stops. They are criminalizing being a bystander/witness.

You could be next.

14.01.2026 16:25 πŸ‘ 19821 πŸ” 7763 πŸ’¬ 495 πŸ“Œ 334

Who is harming children?

15.01.2026 04:17 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

We need inclusive public schools that help all students learn and thrive. We also need NH legislators who support - not disparage- our students, our teachers and school staff and our public schools. Rep. Noble should step down. @aft.org

15.01.2026 03:43 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Three year extension of ACA subsidies passes in the House

08.01.2026 22:24 πŸ‘ 7511 πŸ” 1722 πŸ’¬ 339 πŸ“Œ 186
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Union sues TEA for investigating teachers over posts on Charlie Kirk's killing The Texas American Federation of Teachers filed a lawsuit against the Texas Education Agency after teachers were investigated for social media posts critical of Charlie Kirk after he was killed. The l...

Teachers pour their heart and soul into their work with kids. They should be judged on that work, not some culture war that exploits horrific violence for political ends. www.cbsnews.com/texas/video/...

09.01.2026 00:32 πŸ‘ 82 πŸ” 26 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you for standing up for educators free speech rights outside of the classroom! We have fundamental constitutional rights - like all American citizens!

06.01.2026 23:35 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

The US House should vote on whether to keep healthcare subsidues in place, or force millions more American families off their health care in the midst of an affordability crisis!

17.12.2025 18:17 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Huge news… Discharge petition for extension of ACA tax credits for 3 years now has 218 votes.

Speaker Johnson-bring this to the floor as soon as possible

17.12.2025 15:26 πŸ‘ 684 πŸ” 180 πŸ’¬ 15 πŸ“Œ 5

Another piece of the affordability crisis! How many families can manage to pay double what they pay now to keep their health care?!? The Senate let American families down today!

11.12.2025 22:40 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Working together on solutions that help all of us - not just a fortunate few - is the way forward! πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ

05.12.2025 18:09 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Denying reality won't stretch your $$$ at the grocery store to buy ingredients for a few more days of meals.....

04.12.2025 21:34 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Fox News Poll: Voters say White House is doing more harm than good on economy Trump's approval hits new lows as 76% view economy negatively in the latest Fox News poll. Rising costs for groceries, utilities spark voter dissatisfaction nationwide.

Even Fox News polling finds that voters believe the Trump White House is doing more harm than good on the economy.
➑️Twice as many say Trump, rather than Biden, is responsible for the current economy
➑️Three times as many say Trump’s economic policies have hurt them
www.foxnews.com/politics/fox...

21.11.2025 03:26 πŸ‘ 98 πŸ” 26 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 1

If the goal was to slash red tape, teachers could help them do it. Teachers know how to make the federal role more effective, efficient, and supportive of real learningβ€”if only the administration would listen. #TrumpCrushesYourDreams www.telegram.com/story/news/p...

21.11.2025 19:26 πŸ‘ 34 πŸ” 16 πŸ’¬ 4 πŸ“Œ 1

Taking away resources from kids who have every right to a free and appropriate public education is just a horrible waste of kids learning time and their opportunity to grow.

21.11.2025 20:48 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Students lose out when the federal government makes it harder to find and obtain the limited resources available to support their learning needs!

21.11.2025 20:44 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

A great win for students and academic freedom!!! πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈπŸ’™

15.11.2025 04:16 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Mr. "I Don't Take Responsibility At All" thinks the MASSIVE BLUE WAVE was because he wasn't on the ballot, not
a Major Referendum on his 2nd Term.

Turns out folks prefer feeding the hungry over building expen$ive, tacky Ballrooms.

Looking forward to the midterms... 🌊

#AccountabilityIsComing

05.11.2025 20:32 πŸ‘ 27107 πŸ” 5293 πŸ’¬ 1270 πŸ“Œ 251
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Live updates: US voters head to the polls in first general election since Trump's return to power One year after Donald Trump retook the presidency, 2025 Election Day includes closely watched races for New York City mayor, New Jersey governor and California's Proposition 50.

BREAKING: Colorado voters approved a ballot measure that would raise state income taxes on higher-earning households to fund free meals for all public school students.

Follow AP for live updates.

05.11.2025 03:33 πŸ‘ 49085 πŸ” 10338 πŸ’¬ 554 πŸ“Œ 1365

In my life, I have had the singularly vain experience of voting for myself in an election. And today I got to have the singularly prideful experience of voting for my wife.

Go vote today if your city is having elections!

04.11.2025 12:42 πŸ‘ 275 πŸ” 26 πŸ’¬ 4 πŸ“Œ 0

Red America roared No Kings

19.10.2025 19:16 πŸ‘ 55 πŸ” 18 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you to the AFT family for helping make #NoKings marches and rallies the largest day of protest this country has ever seen. You're inspiringβ€”peacefully organizing, ensuring the safety of all participants, and empowering your community. This is what democracy looks like. bsky.app/profile/aft....

19.10.2025 02:47 πŸ‘ 84 πŸ” 18 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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We’re 8 days out from #NoKings Dayβ€”a peaceful movement for dignity, democracy & opportunity for all. Since June, more people in more places have joined this fight to say: America belongs to all of us. On Oct. 18, we’ll stand together to defend our freedoms and our future. Join us go.aft.org/nokings

11.10.2025 03:08 πŸ‘ 60 πŸ” 29 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 1
a big group of workers, including AWU members and striking Kickstarter United workers, hold Kickstarter United signs at a rally in Seattle.

a big group of workers, including AWU members and striking Kickstarter United workers, hold Kickstarter United signs at a rally in Seattle.

Two NYC AWU members hold a Kickstarter United/OPEIU Local 153 sign as they participate in a rally in solidarity with Kickstarted United workers on strike.

Two NYC AWU members hold a Kickstarter United/OPEIU Local 153 sign as they participate in a rally in solidarity with Kickstarted United workers on strike.

Tech workers united will never be defeated! Alphabet Workers Union members in Seattle and New York City turned out in solidarity with @kickstarterunited.org members ON STRIKE for a fair second contract! #1u

07.10.2025 18:35 πŸ‘ 32 πŸ” 13 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 1
'Been threatened more times than I can count.' Violence at health care sites on the rise Violent incidents are increasing at health care settings, including hospitals. Medical professionals worry about their safety.

No one should have to fear violence or physical harm on the job - especially the healthcare professionals we depend on to help us heal. @AFTHealthcare.bsky.social #CodeRed www.cantonrep.com/story/news/h...

30.09.2025 01:45 πŸ‘ 74 πŸ” 19 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0

I'm not trying to draw a conclusion one way or another about the shooter's motive because it is unclear! If the president + VP have info they should share it but right now they should focus on white men committing acts of violence not making up narratives for their own political gain.

25.09.2025 03:36 πŸ‘ 12 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Congratulations!!! This is a powerful read! Thank you for showing what teachers do!

24.09.2025 21:56 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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I can think of over 218 reasons why this is great.

24.09.2025 03:43 πŸ‘ 542 πŸ” 113 πŸ’¬ 8 πŸ“Œ 7