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We represent public, private, charter teachers, paraprofessionals, staff; college faculty/staff and state professional employees. 75 local affiliates.

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Registration Is Open: Join the 2026 Share My Lesson Virtual Conference (March 23-26) Register for the free 2026 Share My Lesson Virtual Conference (March 23–26). Earn PD credit with 30+ webinars for preK–12 educators.

Registration is OPEN for @sharemylesson.bsky.social's Virtual Conference. The conference reflects the breadth of what educators are navigating right now—from student wellness to strengthening core instruction to teaching in a digital world shaped by AI. Register ⤵️
sharemylesson.com/blog/registr...

11.03.2026 15:17 👍 6 🔁 5 💬 0 📌 0
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The AFT's Debt Navigator Tool helps members manage rising costs and the burden of debt. This interactive tool offers clear, practical info tailored to you—whether dealing with debt, understanding consumer or patient rights or navigating a financial setback.

Check it out⤵️
www.aft.org/debt-navigator

11.03.2026 15:28 👍 6 🔁 8 💬 0 📌 1
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New Student Visas Dropped 35.6% Last Summer Amid the Trump administration’s attacks on international students, the number of visas issued to those students ahead of the fall 2025 semester decreased more significantly than experts predicted.

The Trump administration's immigration crackdowns & attacks on colleges & universities are driving away students. This troubling trend means fewer researchers and dangerous ripple effects across America. @afthighered.bsky.social

10.03.2026 20:05 👍 17 🔁 12 💬 0 📌 1
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The Scale of Billionaires’ Campaign Donations is Overwhelming U.S. Politics

One out of every 11,533 donors in the 2024 election was a billionaire.

Yet they were responsible for one out of every 5 dollars given to a politician — with just 300 billionaires spending over $3 billion.

www.nytimes.com/2026/03/09/u...

10.03.2026 15:15 👍 283 🔁 121 💬 5 📌 12
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Registration is OPEN! 🎉The FREE SML Virtual Conference is March 23 to 26.

✔ 30+ webinars
✔ Earn PD credit
✔ National keynote speakers
✔ Live or on demand

Designed for busy preK 12 educators. Learn more:
https://sharemylesson.com/blog/registration-open-2026-virtual-conference @aft.org

10.03.2026 16:37 👍 1 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
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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.

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...

10.03.2026 14:33 👍 190 🔁 106 💬 8 📌 8
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Trump says he won’t sign any bills into law until SAVE America Act passes President Trump on Sunday threatened to not sign any bills into law until the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) America Act is approved by the Senate, doubling down on his push to change …

This is about limiting who votes….

thehill.com/homenews/adm...

08.03.2026 21:06 👍 46 🔁 27 💬 9 📌 3
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On this #InternationalWomen’sDay, we’re grateful for the women leaders within AFTPA & are reflecting on all that women have done to move the labor movement forward. We honor their legacy, their resilience, and their commitment to fighting for our students, our public schools, and our communites.

08.03.2026 20:49 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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In Pittsburgh, PA, @aftpa.bsky.social members are helping students at Westinghouse High School gain hands-on training in emergency response technology, preparing them for careers in public safety.

🎥 www.youtube.com/watch?v=7NzX...

#PublicSchoolProud

06.03.2026 21:55 👍 6 🔁 2 💬 1 📌 0
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Harbor Freight Tools For Schools Prize for Teaching Excellence

Want to win big for your school? Harbor Freight Tools is awarding a $2 million cash prize to recognize top high school trade teachers. Applications close May 1st. hftforschoolsprize.org

05.03.2026 20:40 👍 2 🔁 3 💬 0 📌 0
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School closures have divided Philadelphia education officials. Here’s what unites them. There’s a school closure debate raging in Philadelphia. But the district’s funding problems seem to be the one thing everyone can agree on.

100%, @artsteinberg-pft.bsky.social. It's Pennsylvania's job to equitably and fairly fund public schools so every student has opportunities and pathways to a better life. @pft.org. www.chalkbeat.org/philadelphia...

06.03.2026 01:20 👍 18 🔁 8 💬 0 📌 1
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1776: Americans said no to kings.

On March 28, people across the country will stand up peacefully for our communities and our freedoms.

Find a #NoKings event near you: go.aft.org/nokings

05.03.2026 23:04 👍 30 🔁 12 💬 3 📌 0
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‘What is the point?’: Conservatives spar over Education Department breakup Conservatives are clashing over President Donald Trump’s sprint to dismantle the Education Department amid the effort’s early stumbles.

The federal government says it supports CTE—yet it’s canceled grants for 19 Career-Connected High Schools projects funded in 2024, part of 700+ Education Dept. grants revoked. Cutting career pathways hurts students, schools and our future workforce. www.politico.com/newsletters/...

05.03.2026 20:53 👍 5 🔁 4 💬 0 📌 0
Welcome to the AFL-CIO Sports Council, Professional Women's Hockey League Players Association! | PWHLPA | AFL-CIO

Welcome to the AFL-CIO Sports Council, Professional Women's Hockey League Players Association! | PWHLPA | AFL-CIO

A huge welcome to our 65th union and our newest members from the @pwhlpa.bsky.social!

We’re proud to bring the solidarity of 15 million workers to stand with the PWHLPA as they inspire the next generation of women’s ice hockey players and fight for what they deserve. https://bit.ly/4lkwBis

05.03.2026 20:07 👍 79 🔁 20 💬 3 📌 3
"In every CBA negotiation, the goal of the league and teams is to divide the players. These negotiations are no different. We remain united and focused on delivering a transformational CBA for all members of this Union, and are committed to negotiating for as long as it takes.
Our Union's nearly unanimous vote in December to authorize us to call a strike, if and when necessary, was not taken lightly. It was made with complete faith and trust in ourselves and our negotiating committee, led by Executive Director Terri Carmichael Jackson and President Nneka Ogwumike, to represent all players as we work to build a W that truly puts players first. Nothing has changed. That decision, and the results of our recent player survey, reaffirm that the current league proposal is not worth taking.
Despite our differences and tough moments, we must make crystal clear that we are focused, we are resolute, and we are together. We want to play basketball in 2026. We want to be in front of our fans playing the game that we love. We will not stop fighting. There is no WNBA without the players."

"In every CBA negotiation, the goal of the league and teams is to divide the players. These negotiations are no different. We remain united and focused on delivering a transformational CBA for all members of this Union, and are committed to negotiating for as long as it takes. Our Union's nearly unanimous vote in December to authorize us to call a strike, if and when necessary, was not taken lightly. It was made with complete faith and trust in ourselves and our negotiating committee, led by Executive Director Terri Carmichael Jackson and President Nneka Ogwumike, to represent all players as we work to build a W that truly puts players first. Nothing has changed. That decision, and the results of our recent player survey, reaffirm that the current league proposal is not worth taking. Despite our differences and tough moments, we must make crystal clear that we are focused, we are resolute, and we are together. We want to play basketball in 2026. We want to be in front of our fans playing the game that we love. We will not stop fighting. There is no WNBA without the players."

Pay the players what you owe them, @wnba.com.

Solidarity with WNBPA players in their fight for a fair contract. America’s unions have your backs!

05.03.2026 01:40 👍 151 🔁 55 💬 3 📌 3

This local Philadelphia campaign being tied into our national day of action is exactly what we love to see. Communities know what they need–and we should have educators and families working together to do what’s best for students. bsky.app/profile/pft....

05.03.2026 00:39 👍 13 🔁 5 💬 0 📌 1
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Registration is OPEN! 🎉The FREE SML Virtual Conference is March 23 to 26.

✔ 30+ webinars
✔ Earn PD credit
✔ National keynote speakers
✔ Live or on demand

Designed for busy preK 12 educators. Learn more:
https://sharemylesson.com/blog/registration-open-2026-virtual-conference @aft.org

04.03.2026 17:37 👍 1 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
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Celebrating love, joy, renewal, and the beauty of color in all its forms. May your life be as vibrant as today feels—full of light, laughter, and good energy. Happy Holi to all who celebrate!

04.03.2026 17:34 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Celebrating Women's History Month at the AFT

From classrooms and campuses, to hospitals, to public agencies, women across the AFT are organizing, teaching, healing and advocating every day. Women's history is AFT history, and today's members move that history forward. Check out AFT's #WomensHistoryMonth resources ⤵️
www.aft.org/celebrating-...

04.03.2026 15:24 👍 18 🔁 10 💬 0 📌 0
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Tell lawmakers to protect voting rights & reject SAVE 2.0! Every person in America deserves a voice and representation in our democracy - but President Trump & his allies in Congress are working to silence our voices with the SAVE America Act & the Make Elect...

All of us deserve a voice in our democracy - but President Trump & his allies in Congress are working to silence our voices with the SAVE America Act & the Make Elections Great Again Act. Tell your lawmaker to protect our right to vote! actionnetwork.org/letters/save... @aft.org

03.03.2026 20:54 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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✂️Cuts to schools and healthcare
🎓Attacks on student borrowers
🚨Immigration raids spreading fear

This Wednesday, March 4, our members will take action nationwide to protect our communities and demand opportunity, safety & affordability.

Join us: go.aft.org/ProtectOurCommunities
#March4Communities

02.03.2026 23:38 👍 16 🔁 13 💬 0 📌 0
Orange text: "ICE agents don’t get to pick and choose when the First Amendment applies." Orange text: "We have a right to record law enforcement in public." Orange ACLU logo. Black background.

Orange text: "ICE agents don’t get to pick and choose when the First Amendment applies." Orange text: "We have a right to record law enforcement in public." Orange ACLU logo. Black background.

When ICE agents are working, we have a right to film them in public. Period.

03.03.2026 00:58 👍 1568 🔁 495 💬 15 📌 7

Our OFT members support military families, including our members in Bahrain, and it’s our obligation to keep them safe from the escalating violence in the Middle East. I’m glad I had the opportunity to speak with members during such uncertain times. bsky.app/profile/aft....

03.03.2026 16:25 👍 15 🔁 5 💬 0 📌 1
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Black and Jewish America: An Interwoven History: A Conversation with Henry Louis Gates, Jr. Black and Jewish America: An Interwoven History is a newly released four-part series from acclaimed scholar Henry Louis Gates, Jr, exploring the rich, complex relationship between Black and Jewish Ame...

Next Tuesday, March 10, at 6 p.m. @sharemylesson.bsky.social is hosting acclaimed scholar Henry Louis Gates, Jr. for a conversation about the interwoven history between Black and Jewish America and discussion on identity, history and shared struggle. Sign up here ⤵️
sharemylesson.com/webinars/bla...

03.03.2026 16:28 👍 17 🔁 15 💬 0 📌 1

It’s National Women in Construction Week!

America’s unions celebrate the women working in the construction trades, their skills, their solidarity and the leadership they bring to the jobsite as they build a bright future for all women in their industry.

02.03.2026 19:19 👍 58 🔁 18 💬 0 📌 0

For years, the AFT has stood with Iranians who have suffered the Khomeini regime in Iran—indeed last week our executive council resolved to stand in solidarity with our fellow unionists and the Iranian people while opposing US military intervention www.aft.org/sites/defaul...

01.03.2026 01:08 👍 29 🔁 14 💬 2 📌 0
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Women have always led the fight for opportunity and justice. As #WomensHistoryMonth begins, I’m inspired by the educators, healthcare workers and public employees who continue that legacy every day.

02.03.2026 02:09 👍 76 🔁 26 💬 0 📌 1
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This Public Schools Week, I’m grateful for the people who show up for students every day and make schools places where young people can grow and thrive. Strong public schools are built through real support, partnership and investment. www.publicschoolproud.org
#PSW26 #PublicSchoolProud

27.02.2026 12:08 👍 15 🔁 4 💬 0 📌 0
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The SAVE America act would make it harder for us to vote.

Congress should make it easier for working people’s voices to be heard, not silencing them. They must reject this voter suppression bill.

26.02.2026 20:10 👍 214 🔁 133 💬 4 📌 2