Marlena Simmons, AFT · [email protected]

February 28, 2025 at 7:07 PM

My classroom is helping put CTE in the national spotlight

We have to do something to make it clear that Americans want to protect public education. Hello, My name is Marlena Simmons, and I’m a teacher at White Plains High School in New York. My students and I were so excited to have special guests in our educator pathway class…

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  Marlena Simmons, AFT · [email protected]

February 28, 2025 at 7:05 PM

Why I’m excited about March 4

We have to do something to make it clear that Americans want to protect public education. John, My name is Marlena Simmons, and I’m a teacher at White Plains High School in New York. My students and I were so excited to have special guests in our educator pathway class …

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

February 25, 2025 at 2:49 AM

New videos about saving Medicaid

Not everyone wants to read an article about Medicaid cuts, and that’s why all four of these new 30-second videos are running as ads across the country right now. Dear Friend, Yesterday, I asked you to send a letter to your representative in support of Medicaid—and thousa…

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

February 25, 2025 at 2:48 AM

New videos about saving Medicaid

Not everyone wants to read an article about Medicaid cuts, and that’s why all four of these new 30-second videos are running as ads across the country right now. Dear John, Yesterday, I asked you to send a letter to your representative in support of Medicaid—and thousand…

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

February 23, 2025 at 8:54 PM

Add your name: Stop the attacks on Medicaid

Dear Friend, Last week, the Senate passed a budget with huge cuts to Medicaid and other key programs, in order to fund mass deportations. And this week, the House of Representatives will be voting on even bigger cuts to Medicaid to fund tax cuts for billionaires and pay…

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

February 23, 2025 at 8:53 PM

Add your name: Stop the attacks on Medicaid

Dear John, Last week, the Senate passed a budget with huge cuts to Medicaid and other key programs, in order to fund mass deportations. And this week, the House of Representatives will be voting on even bigger cuts to Medicaid to fund tax cuts for billionaires and pay f…

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  David Keepnews, Washington State Nurses Association · [email protected]

February 7, 2025 at 6:25 PM

RFK Jr. should not lead HHS

RFK Jr. is a uniquely dangerous Cabinet nominee who will endanger public health. John, I’ve been a registered nurse for 43 years. The thought of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. being confirmed to lead the Department of Health and Human Services terrifies me because he is not willi…

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  David Keepnews, Washington State Nurses Association · [email protected]

February 7, 2025 at 6:24 PM

RFK Jr. should not lead HHS

RFK Jr. is a uniquely dangerous Cabinet nominee who will endanger public health. Friend, I’ve been a registered nurse for 43 years. The thought of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. being confirmed to lead the Department of Health and Human Services terrifies me because he is not wil…

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

February 6, 2025 at 1:34 AM

Stop Elon Musk from stealing Americans’ tax & other private data

Why is President Trump allowing Elon Musk to muck around in people’s private financial data? Friends, why is President Trump allowing Elon Musk to muck around in people’s private financial data? It appears Musk has hacked into millions of Americans’ personal information…

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

February 6, 2025 at 1:33 AM

Stop Elon Musk from stealing Americans’ tax & other private data

Why is President Trump allowing Elon Musk to muck around in people’s private financial data? John, why is President Trump allowing Elon Musk to muck around in people’s private financial data? It appears Musk has hacked into millions of Americans’ personal information an…

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

January 28, 2025 at 8:50 PM

Urgent Town Hall: We Protect Kids in an Era of Escalating Immigration Enforcement

Join us this Thursday, Jan. 30 Friends, In the last few days, the new president has tested his authority in unprecedented ways. First, it was rescinding any number of longstanding policies, including one that protected certain areas—such as schools, hospitals and church…

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

January 28, 2025 at 8:49 PM

Urgent Town Hall: We Protect Kids in an Era of Escalating Immigration Enforcement

Join us this Thursday, Jan. 30 John, In the last few days, the new president has tested his authority in unprecedented ways. First, it was rescinding any number of longstanding policies, including one that protected certain areas—such as schools, hospitals and churches—…

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

January 14, 2025 at 12:52 AM

Sign the petition to take a stand against a broken healthcare system

Providence Health must stop ignoring workers’ calls for safe staffing and fair wages. John, I just returned from Oregon after two days on the strike lines, standing with frontline caregivers, allied union members and concerned Oregonians. Together, we’re demanding that …

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

January 14, 2025 at 12:52 AM

Sign the petition to take a stand against a broken healthcare system

Providence Health must stop ignoring workers’ calls for safe staffing and fair wages. Friend, I just returned from Oregon after two days on the strike lines, standing with frontline caregivers, allied union members and concerned Oregonians. Together, we’re demanding tha…

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  Randi Weingarten and Jeff Freitas · [email protected]

January 12, 2025 at 4:20 PM

LA area fires

John, We’ve all watched in horror as fires have ripped through Los Angeles. Homes, schools, businesses and entire communities have been burned to the ground. We just had a call with local AFT leaders in the area to see how we can help. The pain and fear were palpable. …

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  Randi Weingarten and Jeff Freitas · [email protected]

January 12, 2025 at 4:18 PM

LA area fires

Friend, We’ve all watched in horror as fires have ripped through Los Angeles. Homes, schools, businesses and entire communities have been burned to the ground. We just had a call with local AFT leaders in the area to see how we can help. The pain and fear were palpable. …

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

January 6, 2025 at 9:13 PM

We did it! The Social Security Fairness Act has been signed into law.

Finally, millions of public employees can retire with greater security. John, after decades of advocacy, phone calls, letters and hard work, we’ve won a huge victory for retirees. Yesterday, joined by several AFT members and leaders, President Joe Biden signed the Socia…

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

January 6, 2025 at 9:13 PM

We did it! The Social Security Fairness Act has been signed into law.

Finally, millions of public employees can retire with greater security. Friend, after decades of advocacy, phone calls, letters and hard work, we’ve won a huge victory for retirees. Yesterday, joined by several AFT members and leaders, President Joe Biden signed the Soc…

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

December 23, 2024 at 6:08 PM

Wishing you joy, peace, and gratitude

This season let’s take a moment to remember that, together, we build a better future. Dear John, The holiday season is a time for gratitude. It’s an opportunity for me to express mine for you, the e-Activists who make the time to do good. And it’s a chance to once agai…

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

December 23, 2024 at 6:08 PM

Wishing you joy, peace, and gratitude

This season let’s take a moment to remember that, together, we build a better future. Dear Friend, The holiday season is a time for gratitude. It’s an opportunity for me to express mine for you, the e-Activists who make the time to do good. And it’s a chance to once ag…

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

December 21, 2024 at 5:27 PM

A win for AFT members! The Social Security Fairness Act passed in the Senate!

For our retirees and for our future, we, and the 118th Congress, have made a difference. John, AFT members just helped secure a major victory for working Americans! The Senate passed the Social Security Fairness Act overnight, capping a decadeslong fight for retirement …

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

December 21, 2024 at 5:26 PM

A win for AFT members! The Social Security Fairness Act passed in the Senate!

For our retirees and for our future, we, and the 118th Congress, have made a difference. Friend, AFT members just helped secure a major victory for working Americans! The Senate passed the Social Security Fairness Act overnight, capping a decadeslong fight for retiremen…

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

December 20, 2024 at 4:59 PM

Last chance to make Social Security fair

John, While we’re so close to passing the Social Security Fairness Act, we aren’t there yet. I want to make sure you know what happened yesterday. This bill has finally cleared two major procedural hurdles in the Senate. Two more to go—rejecting amendments, then passin…

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

December 20, 2024 at 4:55 PM

Last chance to make Social Security fair

Friend, While we’re so close to passing the Social Security Fairness Act, we aren’t there yet. I want to make sure you know what happened yesterday. This bill has finally cleared two major procedural hurdles in the Senate. Two more to go—rejecting amendments, then pass…

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

December 13, 2024 at 7:33 PM

Help us get the Social Security Fairness Act across the finish line

We are this close to restoring earned Social Security benefits for millions of retirees across the nation. John, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has delivered on his promise to bring the crucial vote on the Social Security Fairness Act to the Senate floor. This is t…

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

December 13, 2024 at 7:33 PM

Help us get the Social Security Fairness Act across the finish line

We are this close to restoring earned Social Security benefits for millions of retirees across the nation. Friend, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has delivered on his promise to bring the crucial vote on the Social Security Fairness Act to the Senate floor. This is…

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

November 12, 2024 at 3:00 PM

Hello, Congress needs to hear from you on WEP and GPO

It’s time for Congress to deliver real solutions for seniors by fully repealing the WEP and GPO Hello, The Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO) threaten the Social Security benefits of millions of retired teachers, support staff and o…

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

November 12, 2024 at 2:59 PM

John, Congress needs to hear from you on WEP and GPO

It’s time for Congress to deliver real solutions for seniors by fully repealing the WEP and GPO John, The Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO) threaten the Social Security benefits of millions of retired teachers, support staff and ot…

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  AFT · [email protected]

November 6, 2024 at 5:41 PM

Last night's election results

Here's what you need to know. Hello, AFT President Randi Weingarten issued the following statement on the outcome of the 2024 election: “The voters have spoken. While we hoped and fought for a different outcome, we respect both their will and the peaceful transfer of pow…

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  AFT · [email protected]

November 6, 2024 at 5:40 PM

Last night's election results

Here's what you need to know. John, AFT President Randi Weingarten issued the following statement on the outcome of the 2024 election: “The voters have spoken. While we hoped and fought for a different outcome, we respect both their will and the peaceful transfer of powe…

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

November 5, 2024 at 12:35 PM

Go vote right now, friends​!

If you haven’t already cast your ballot, make your plan and make your voice heard. Friend, today our country will decide whether we elect leaders who will help us realize our hopes and aspirations, or ones who will exploit chaos and fear. We’ll decide between a candidate…

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

November 5, 2024 at 12:31 PM

Go vote right now, John​!

If you haven’t already cast your ballot, make your plan and make your voice heard. John, today our country will decide whether we elect leaders who will help us realize our hopes and aspirations, or ones who will exploit chaos and fear. We’ll decide between a candidate w…

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

October 28, 2024 at 3:40 PM

Last night at Madison Square Garden

The Trump campaign’s racist hate was on full, disgraceful display last night at Madison Square Garden. Dark, narcissistic smears and rank fearmongering have no place in America—and should be disqualifying for any candidate for office. John, The Trump campaign’s racist h…

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

October 28, 2024 at 3:39 PM

Last night at Madison Square Garden

The Trump campaign’s racist hate was on full, disgraceful display last night at Madison Square Garden. Dark, narcissistic smears and rank fearmongering have no place in America—and should be disqualifying for any candidate for office. Hello, The Trump campaign’s racist …

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

October 19, 2024 at 4:33 PM

Our last AFT Book Club before Election Day

This Sunday night, I’m talking with the renowned historian Heather Cox Richardson about her latest book, Democracy Awakening: Notes on the State of America. John, we’re 16 days away from Election Day. We know that this election is the most important of our lifetimes, and…

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

October 19, 2024 at 4:31 PM

Our last AFT Book Club before Election Day

This Sunday night, I’m talking with the renowned historian Heather Cox Richardson about her latest book, Democracy Awakening: Notes on the State of America. Friend, we’re 16 days away from Election Day. We know that this election is the most important of our lifetimes, a…

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  Pam Campbell (AFT) · [email protected]

October 18, 2024 at 1:37 PM

The AFT Votes bus came to my town!

I’m a school support professional in Eau Claire, Wis. This month’s AFT Votes bus tour visit gives me hope for a better future. Hello, My name is Pam Campbell, and I’m a member of the Eau Claire Schools Classified Staff Federation in Eau Claire, Wis. I know there’s a …

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  Pam Campbell (AFT) · [email protected]

October 18, 2024 at 1:37 PM

The AFT Votes bus came to my town!

I’m a school support professional in Eau Claire, Wis. This month’s AFT Votes bus tour visit gives me hope for a better future. John, My name is Pam Campbell, and I’m a member of the Eau Claire Schools Classified Staff Federation in Eau Claire, Wis. I know there’s a l…

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

October 10, 2024 at 7:34 PM

Help our AFT family recover from Milton and Helene

Our colleagues need our help. Please give if you can. Hello, Hurricane Milton has battered the southeastern United States, leaving 3 million people without power and millions more displaced. Families in Florida, Georgia, the Carolinas and other states were already strug…

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

October 10, 2024 at 7:34 PM

Help our AFT family recover from Milton and Helene

Our colleagues need our help. Please give if you can. John, Hurricane Milton has battered the southeastern United States, leaving 3 million people without power and millions more displaced. Families in Florida, Georgia, the Carolinas and other states were already strugg…

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

October 3, 2024 at 7:00 PM

Support, celebrate and respect PSRPs

Three easy ways to support, celebrate and respect PSRPs! John, It’s common sense. Public schools are essential to our children and our communities, and support staff are essential to our public schools and colleges. These 3 million paraprofessionals and school-related p…

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

October 3, 2024 at 6:57 PM

Support, celebrate and respect PSRPs

Three easy ways to support, celebrate and respect PSRPs! Friend, It’s common sense. Public schools are essential to our children and our communities, and support staff are essential to our public schools and colleges. These 3 million paraprofessionals and school-related…

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

October 2, 2024 at 11:21 PM

Walz won by doing what teachers do

John, Last night I watched the debate from St. Paul with educators from across Minnesota. It was incredible watching Gov. Tim Walz, a Minnesota teacher and former AFT and Education Minnesota member, debate while I was surrounded by his colleagues. Walz won last…

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

October 2, 2024 at 11:20 PM

Walz won by doing what teachers do

Friend, Last night I watched the debate from St. Paul with educators from across Minnesota. It was incredible watching Gov. Tim Walz, a Minnesota teacher and former AFT and Education Minnesota member, debate while I was surrounded by his colleagues. Walz won la…

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  Randi Weingarten, AFT President · [email protected]

September 25, 2024 at 10:46 PM

Tomorrow: MoveOn Educators For Harris Call

Dear Friend, When our friends at MoveOn asked to partner on a virtual call to talk about the ways a Harris-Walz administration will support public schools and the students they serve, I immediately replied, “of course!” MoveOn is committed to public schools and the fig…

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  Randi Weingarten, AFT President · [email protected]

September 25, 2024 at 10:46 PM

Tomorrow: MoveOn Educators For Harris Call

Dear John, When our friends at MoveOn asked to partner on a virtual call to talk about the ways a Harris-Walz administration will support public schools and the students they serve, I immediately replied, “of course!” MoveOn is committed to public schools and the fight…

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

September 17, 2024 at 1:26 PM

Voters trust YOU.

Today is National Voter Registration Day. Please take five minutes to check your voter registration status and get registered if you’re not already. John, your vote matters. But if you aren’t registered, you won’t be able to vote. Everything you care about as educators,…

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

September 17, 2024 at 1:26 PM

Voters trust YOU.

Today is National Voter Registration Day. Please take five minutes to check your voter registration status and get registered if you’re not already. Friend, your vote matters. But if you aren’t registered, you won’t be able to vote. Everything you care about as educator…

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

September 2, 2024 at 11:01 AM

Thank you, and keep marching.

It’s Labor Day, and unions continue to be at their highest favorability levels. John, It’s Labor Day, and unions continue to be at their highest favorability levels. We know why: Unions are how we create a better life for ourselves, our families and our communities. Thro…

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  Randi Weingarten · [email protected]

September 2, 2024 at 11:01 AM

Thank you, and keep marching.

It’s Labor Day, and unions continue to be at their highest favorability levels. Friend, It’s Labor Day, and unions continue to be at their highest favorability levels. We know why: Unions are how we create a better life for ourselves, our families and our communities. Th…

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