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May 28, 2021 at 1:01 PM

CFT United – End of pandemic in sight, reopening and the recall

Pandemic resources, book review, scholarships ++ ALL-UNION NEWS What does CFT say about the recall? No, no no! CFT has taken a position on the anti-union recall of Governor Gavin Newsom: Our union is urging members to say “No” to this expensive and distracting political st…

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May 14, 2021 at 8:12 PM

Classified Insider – Pandemic update, new CFT identity embraces classified, members as elected officials

Resources for you — Classified Week, pandemic relief, conference Thank you classified staff! Thank you for everything you do to contribute to the success of our schools, colleges, students and communities — especially during these trying times of the COVID-19 pandemic. The C…

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May 13, 2021 at 9:05 PM

Inside CFT: Governor Newsom makes bold commitment to public education

Governor Newsom proposes $20 billion investment in TK-12 schools Yesterday, Governor Newsom proposed record TK-12 education investments as part of his $20 billion ‘California Comeback Plan.’ The proposal represents a bold step forward for our public schools and will be critica…

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May 10, 2021 at 5:23 PM

Part-Timer— 100% pay parity, pandemic relief, 85% teaching load

Pandemic relief for adjuncts and the road to parity How one local union won 100% pay parity Equal pay for equal work. It’s a simple idea, but one that has remained all but elusive for part-time faculty. However, recent gains show that reaching 100% parity — a first in the …

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April 30, 2021 at 10:21 PM

Inside CFT: This May Day we have a friend of labor in the White House

This May Day we have a friend of labor in the White House As we celebrate May Day this Saturday, President Joe Biden is already establishing himself as one of the most pro-union and pro-public education presidents since the New Deal. In his first one hundred days in office, he…

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April 20, 2021 at 11:51 PM

Guilty verdict for Derek Chauvin a step toward a more just future

Guilty verdict for Derek Chauvin a step toward a more just future Dear John, Today a jury in Minnesota found former police officer Derek Chauvin guilty of all charges for the murder of George Floyd in May of last year. While the verdict will not bring George Floyd back, it r…

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April 16, 2021 at 10:42 PM

Inside CFT: Focus on mental health – for school workers and students

New trauma coverage from AFT to empower recovery On April 1 the AFT introduced an innovative form of mental health care and support—trauma counseling. It is available to all CFT members, free of charge, at any time in the one-year aftermath of a traumatic incident. The no-co…

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April 2, 2021 at 5:41 PM

CFT United: VIRTUAL CONVENTION brings hope and change - Special Report

Kamala Harris speaks to CFT, pandemic relief, resolutions passed, Khalil Gibran Muhammad and more CFT Virtual Convention brings hope and change The 78th CFT Convention with the theme Rise Up, Recover, and Rebuild had some firsts: the first one to be biennial rather than an…

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March 19, 2021 at 9:51 PM

Inside CFT: Rise Up, Recover, and Rebuild is the theme for the 2021 CFT virtual convention

Rise Up, Recover, and Rebuild is the theme for the 2021 CFT virtual convention On March 26 and 27 CFT members will gather online from across the state to participate in the 2021 CFT virtual convention. The theme for this convention, Rise Up, Recover, and Rebuild, reflects o…

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March 16, 2021 at 10:49 PM

Should California billionaires pay their fair share?

It’s time for the California Tax on Extreme Wealth! Dear John, Yesterday CFT proudly joined legislative leaders from throughout California to introduce the California Tax on Extreme Wealth. Sponsored by CFT, the legislation would implement a 1% tax on wealth in excess of $50…

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March 13, 2021 at 12:47 AM

Inside CFT: Over 210,000 California education workers have been vaccinated; President Biden signs the American Rescue Plan

Over 210,000 educators and school workers in California have been vaccinated already – Are you ready for your shot? On Monday Governor Newsom announced that the state had nearly tripled its goal of vaccinating 75,000 teachers, school staff, and childcare workers per week an…

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February 20, 2021 at 12:40 AM

Inside CFT: CFT members say they are ready to return to school with vaccine and safety measures

CFT members say they are ready to return to school with vaccine and safety measures CFT members indicated in a recent poll that they were ready to return to in-person instruction so long as they were offered the vaccine and safety measures were in place. The results of the pol…

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February 6, 2021 at 12:13 AM

Inside CFT: CFT and state education unions release schools reopening plan

CFT and state education unions release schools reopening plan On Wednesday, CFT joined California’s statewide education unions to release a schools reopening plan that focuses on mutli-layered mitigation strategies and calls for vaccines to be offered to all educators and scho…

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January 22, 2021 at 11:58 PM

Inside CFT: This week we celebrate and start the important work of rebuilding

This week we celebrate and start the important work of rebuilding The inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris this Wednesday has brought hope back to so many who for years have lived in fear and uncertainty. In his remarks President Biden called fo…

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January 9, 2021 at 12:46 AM

Inside CFT: Governor Newsom announces budget proposal with record education funding

Governor Newsom announces budget proposal with record education funding To cap a tumultuous week, today Governor Newsom announced his state budget proposal for the coming year. Despite a struggling economy, and high unemployment, the top line budget numbers are hopeful for pub…

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January 7, 2021 at 1:17 AM

CFT condemns the violent attacks in Washington, D.C.

Dear John, This morning we witnessed the historic victories in Georgia of Senator-elect Raphael Warnock and Senator-elect Jon Ossoff. Much of the credit for these two victories goes to the heroic work of organizers in Georgia, including the amazing Stacey Abrams. Many thanks …

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December 22, 2020 at 10:26 PM

Happy Holidays from CFT!

  Jeffery M. Freitas, President Luukia Smith, Secretary-Treasurer | L. Lacy Barnes, Senior Vice President   Contact Us Sent via ActionNetwork.org. To update your email address, change your name or address, or to stop receiving emails from Califo…

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December 18, 2020 at 1:07 AM

Action Alert: Urge CA lawmakers to open schools only when it is safe

Take Action: Urge California lawmakers to open schools only when it is safe Dear John, Please take a moment to write to Governor Newsom and your elected representatives in Sacramento, expressing your concerns about AB 10, legislation recently introduced that would compel Cali…

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December 14, 2020 at 9:21 PM

CFT United | Looking back at a year like no other

Staying safe during the pandemic and still fighting for what's right ALL-UNION NEWS New protections for workers you need to know about As the pandemic grinds on, California has implemented more support for workers. Cal/OSHA's Emergency Standard took effect November 30 and…

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December 11, 2020 at 11:59 PM

Inside CFT: Unemployment workshops Dec. 16 - Volunteer for the Georgia Senate runoff elections

CFT Workshops Dec. 16: Unemployment and underemployment during the COVID-19 pandemic Are you losing your job (or losing hours) as a result of the current pandemic? Is someone in your household unemployed or underemployed? In many cases, you may be eligible for benefits you’re…

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December 4, 2020 at 9:19 PM

Inside CFT: Governor Newsom announces coming statewide regional stay at home orders

Governor Newsom announces coming statewide regional stay at home orders, but school policy left unchanged At a press conference on Thursday, Governor Newsom announced new statewide regional stay at home orders that when implemented will significantly restrict activity through…

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November 25, 2020 at 7:37 PM

Happy Thanksgiving from CFT!

Happy Thanksgiving from CFT! Dear John, With the Thanksgiving weekend upon us, we’re reminded of how incredibly thankful we are for all the hard work and dedication that educators and classified professionals give every school year, and especially this year amidst the challe…

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November 19, 2020 at 8:52 PM

Classified Insider | Pandemic support, unions save jobs & serve communities

Lots of good info for support staff and paras here Conference views pandemic with "2020 vision" At the first Virtual Classified Conference last weekend, attendees learned valuable info about support available to staff during the pandemic. Yes, there was much-needed fun too …

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November 13, 2020 at 11:37 PM

Inside CFT: Prop. 15 goes down, but the fight to fully fund our schools continues

Despite close Prop. 15 loss, we will not stop advocating for full funding for our schools We are disappointed to report that our Herculean efforts to pass Proposition 15 have been unsuccessful. The race was called this week, with the initiative receiving 48.1% of the vote, ju…

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November 4, 2020 at 11:05 PM

Inside CFT: This is a democracy – We count every vote.

This is a democracy – We count every vote. With millions of ballots yet to be counted across the country, the election for president is still too close to call. While the stakes in this election are undeniable, this is part of the normal democratic process in our country. Un…

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November 2, 2020 at 8:28 PM

Vote! And then demand that all votes are counted!

The fate of Prop. 15 and electing Biden/Harris comes down to getting out the vote Tomorrow we have the opportunity to pass Prop. 15 and close loopholes that benefit wealthy corporations and reclaim $12 billion a year for our schools and our communities. CFT leaders and membe…

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October 30, 2020 at 10:35 PM

Inside CFT: Down to the wire for Prop. 15 and Biden/Harris

Victory is within reach for Prop. 15 and Biden/Harris, but we have to finish strong The latest public polls show Prop. 15 is hovering right around 50% with the opposition closely behind. In the closing days our efforts will be essential to getting Prop. 15 up and over that 50…

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October 23, 2020 at 10:26 PM

Inside CFT: Prop. 15 in reach if we do the work

Eleven days left to pass Prop. 15 and reclaim $12 billion for our schools and our communities With just eleven days until November 3, our campaign to pass Prop. 15 and reclaim $12 billion a year for our schools and our communities is entering its final stage. The latest pub…

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October 22, 2020 at 6:25 PM

Part-Timer | 100 percent parity, first national shared governance resolution

Workers' Comp now covers Covid-19, California's Student Borrower Bill of Rights Part-time faculty win 100 percent pay parity, distance education support In spite of the pandemic, a number of local unions have won big gains for adjuncts, from parity pay to distance educati…

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October 15, 2020 at 5:03 PM

Inside CFT: Sign up today for a CFT for Biden phone bank

CFT for Biden phone banks start this week This November 3, equity, justice, and fairness are on the ballot at the local, state, and national level. That is why we are helping to elect Joe Biden and Kamala Harris. If you are ready to do your part, please consider joining our…

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October 2, 2020 at 10:24 PM

Inside CFT: Secretary of State Alex Padilla on why this election will be safe and secure

Secretary of State Alex Padilla talks with CFT President Jeff Freitas on why this election will be safe and secure With ballots set to be mailed to every California registered voter next week, this week Secretary of State Alex Padilla joined CFT President Jeff Freitas on his …

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October 2, 2020 at 2:31 PM

CFT United: Dark times bring out our best selves

Be inspired! Members are doing extraordinary things. ALL-UNION NEWS Governor and major media endorse Prop 15 As we inch closer to the General Election, Proposition 15, also known as School and Communities First, is gaining momentum amongst voters, in part boosted by a wav…

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September 29, 2020 at 10:59 PM

Governor Newsom signs CFT-sponsored Student Borrower Bill of Rights

Governor Newsom signs CFT-sponsored Student Borrower Bill of Rights Dear John, We are happy to report that last Friday Governor Newsom signed CFT co-sponsored AB 376, the Student Borrower Bill of Rights. This critical piece of legislation will bring much-needed reforms to th…

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September 25, 2020 at 10:21 PM

Inside CFT: Honoring the life of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Today in Inside CFT: Mourning the loss of Ruth Bader Ginsburg Justice for Breonna Taylor CFT members stepping up to pass Prop. 15 Governor Newsom signs the Student Borrowers Bill of Rights Watch Casey Carlson on FB Live with Jeff Freitas Remember to fill out the Ce…

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September 18, 2020 at 10:40 PM

Inside CFT: Governor Newsom endorses Prop. 15 - Volunteer shifts begin next week

With Governor Newsom’s endorsement, momentum is growing to pass Prop. 15 Last Friday Governor Newsom announced his support for Prop. 15, the Schools and Communities First initiative that will bring up to $12 billion a year for our schools and communities by closing corporate…

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September 7, 2020 at 9:03 PM

Happy Labor Day from CFT

Dear John, Happy Labor Day! Today is a day to honor the people who have built this country with their minds, hands, and hearts. And it is a day we traditionally come together as a union family to celebrate our decades of victories for working people: victories like ending chi…

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September 4, 2020 at 6:54 PM

Inside CFT: Virtual rally for Prop. 15 on September 9

Join us on Wednesday, September 9 for a Prop. 15 virtual rally and voter outreach event On Wednesday, September 9 at 5:30 p.m., you are invited to join fellow educators, classified professionals, students, and school supporters for a virtual rally and voter outreach event to p…

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August 31, 2020 at 9:15 PM

Take the pledge to VOTE YES on Prop. 15 today and bring $12 billion a year to our schools and communities

Dear John, Take the pledge to VOTE YES on Prop. 15 and bring $12 billion a year to our schools and communities California’s K-12 schools and community colleges are facing a financial crisis – with an estimated $20 billion deficit in the coming school year. But we don’t have …

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August 25, 2020 at 10:18 PM

Action Alert: Urge CA lawmakers to pass the Student Borrower Bill of Rights

Tell your California state senator: Pass the Student Borrower Bill of Rights Please take a moment to urge your California state senator to pass AB 376, the Student Borrower Bill of Rights. This critical piece of legislation will bring much-needed reforms to the student loan m…

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August 20, 2020 at 11:48 PM

Inside CFT: Our thoughts are with those impacted by the fires

Our thoughts are with those impacted by the fires Our thoughts are with our fellow educators, classified professionals, and communities who are in harm's way because of the fires raging across the state of California. We already know of at least two CFT members who have lost t…

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August 12, 2020 at 5:32 PM

Inside CFT: Time to Raise Revenue by Taxing Billionaires, CA Senator Kamala Harris on the Presidential Ticket

It’s time to raise revenue by taxing those who can afford it: California's billionaires CFT has long argued that in order to fully fund our schools and communities and give them the tools to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, our state needs to raise revenue in three ways. Th…

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August 6, 2020 at 9:26 PM

Subject 1: Inside CFT: CA Labor Fed Biennial Convention, TK-6 Waiver Guidance Issued

The California Labor Federation delegates take bold policy positions at biennial Convention On August 4 and 5, the California Labor Federation held its biennial Convention. Given the realities of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Convention was held virtually. As an AFL-CIO union, th…

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July 31, 2020 at 7:30 PM

Inside CFT: Read the CFT President's op ed on school waivers, AFT Convention news

Read CFT President Jeff Freitas’s op ed on the dangers of school waivers CFT President Jeff Freitas has penned an op ed in CalMatters this week in a piece titled “California’s school waivers place the safety of students, teachers, families at risk.” Freitas notes that COVID…

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July 24, 2020 at 7:43 PM

Inside CFT: AFT Convention, Send a Message to Betsy DeVos

AFT Convention is in Session! Many of us were looking forward to gathering in Houston, TX, next week for the biennial AFT Convention. However, given the realities of the COVID-19 pandemic and the high priority that AFT and all the AFT state affiliates, including CFT, have plac…

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July 17, 2020 at 11:43 PM

Inside CFT: Gov. Newsom’s guidelines for K-12 school reopening

Governor Newsom releases new guidelines for school reopening Today, Governor Newsom held a noon press conference to lay out new state guidance on the reopening of schools for the fall 2020 semester. While the Governor addressed some of the demands that CFT articulated to him a…

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July 14, 2020 at 11:06 PM

Inside CFT: CFT urges Governor Newsom to delay physically reopening schools statewide

CFT urges Governor Newsom to delay physically reopening schools statewide Yesterday CFT President Jeff Freitas sent a letter to Governor Newsom and legislative leaders urging them to delay the physical reopening of schools statewide. Despite coronavirus cases surging throughou…

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July 2, 2020 at 8:31 PM

Inside CFT: It’s up to us to fight for the resources our schools deserve

Dear John, Three things you can do to get the funding our schools deserve The state budget signed by the Governor this week avoids the cataclysmic cuts that were first proposed. But that doesn’t mean that our schools will have the resources we need to succeed in the mont…

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June 23, 2020 at 10:21 PM

Inside CFT: It’s time to tax billionaires

Dear John, It’s time to raise revenue to protect our schools and our communities. It’s time to tax the billionaires. It is time to take action. As educators and classified professionals, we must fight back and demand investment in our schools and communities. Our schools ca…

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June 18, 2020 at 8:23 PM

Inside CFT: We believe that Black Lives Matter

CFT Executive Council passes urgent resolution in support of Black lives Yesterday, the CFT Executive Council passed an urgent resolution that reaffirms our union’s position against systemic racism, emphatically stating that ALL Black Lives Matter.   The resolution was develop…

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June 1, 2020 at 10:36 PM

A call for racial justice

Dear John, CFT statement on the killing of George Floyd The murder of George Floyd by a police officer was an unspeakable act of violence, and our communities across the country are responding to his murder with understandable grief and rage. But we know this is not an isola…

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