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Philadelphia: Opposing kings since 1776. #NoKings

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There are nearly 100,000 people at the rally in Philadelphia. #NoKings

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This is what loving America looks like. 🇺🇸
AFT members joined with millions of people across the country for the "No Kings" day of action to stand up for the promise of America for ALL.

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The Chicago Labor Day march is getting started. #WorkersDeserve

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Healthcare should not be a privilege reserved for those who can afford it, it should be a basic human right available to all of us. - AFT VP Vicky Byrd #AFLCIO26

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AFT Executive Vice President Evelyn DeJesus is getting the Chicago #NoKings crowd ready!

The Governor of Florida is a corrupt individual who has appointed his friends as presidents of the universities in the state. And they are now requiring every professor in the state to submit to them for oversight what they will be teaching in the classroom. - @andrewspar.bsky.social #AFLCIO26

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Whoever said that small towns wouldn’t turn out for #NoKings clearly never came to Anderson, IN.

This is outside the courthouse at 12:15 PM. 😳

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With mass deportations a priority for the incoming administration and a major concern for our members who work with English language learners, AFT is making sure educators have the resources they need to help immigrant families. Our website has resources to help us prepare for whatever lies ahead.

✊ Outside the Department of Labor! @aflcio.org

"When you don't tell your own story... they will tell a lie."
Frederick Wherry, Professor of Sociology and director of the Debt Collection Lab at Princeton, breaks down exactly how the political class dismisses the affordability crisis.

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Why do fascists fear teachers? Because their greed, power and privilege cannot survive in a democracy of diverse, educated citizens. @rweingarten.bsky.social

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Western Illinois University librarians have won their jobs back with back pay after illegal layoffs last year. Their fight underscores not only the importance of university librarians but also the need for a greater investment in public higher education.

Western Illinois University librarians win their jobs back after illegal layoffs

In a major win for University of Illinois Professionals, Local 4100, five faculty librarians and two university professionals at Western Illinois University, a four-year regional university in rural I...

"It is not a stretch to say some will die."

Watch & share: As the #TrumpShutdownDragsOn, healthcare professional Jackie Bush Holcomb tells Congress how hospitals and clinics are being pushed to the brink.

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After 35 years of teaching history in New Hampshire, John Dube left the state he called home—driven out by threats and censorship under a law that bans the teaching of “divisive concepts” in schools.

He refused to stop teaching the truth.

Now he’s starting over in Vermont.

Meet the new American refugees fleeing across state lines for safety

Americans have often moved between states for opportunities. Now they’re being forced to uproot themselves to escape hostile forces under Trump

Activists never retire. Incredible to see so many AFT retiree members at #HandsOff rallies across the country.

The crowds are starting to gather here at the Florida state capital. If you’re in the neighborhood, come join us as we stand up for democracy!

Not in FL? Find an event near you: go.aft.org/NoKings #NoKings 🇺🇸

Imagine pardoning people who stormed the Capitol and assaulted police officers on January 6 but trying to depict this as scary?! @local802.bsky.social

Have a fun, peaceful, and empowering day with your community, everyone! #NoKings

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VICTORY! After years of AFT'S advocacy, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a historic $1 billion investment in SUNY Downstate hospital to modernize and expand the facilities to provide high-quality, affordable care.

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Governor Hochul, State and Local Officials, and Community Leaders Celebrate Historic $1 Billion Investment Into SUNY Downstate Hospital

Governor Hochul was joined by local officials, SUNY Downstate leadership, community leaders and labor and hospital groups to celebrate the historic $1 billion investment in SUNY Downstate’s hospital.

Thank you Philadelphia. #NoKings

An attack on LGBTQ workers is an attack on the entire labor movement. - @cftunion.bsky.social President @jeff-f7.bsky.social #AFLCIO26

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Looking good, Houston! 🇺🇸

@texasaft.org

#NoKings

We’re here in the Twin Cities to say #NoKings!

Americans knew grocery bills were getting out of control – but new data shows tomato prices are up 39%; coffee 18.5%; beef 14.8%; and fresh vegetables 11.5% over the last year. Forcing families to try to stretch every paycheck further.

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Tomatoes, seafood and more: Why are these grocery prices soaring?

A historic oil shock has driven up supply chain costs, according to some analysts.

Families are finding it difficult to keep up with the rising costs of everyday necessities, including groceries and energy. As prices continue to climb, many households are being forced to make tough financial choices, stretching budgets to maintain stability.
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Grocery shock on the horizon for approaching U.S. elections as Iran war drags on

"It just pisses them off more," said Rep. Vicente Gonzalez, D-Texas, said in an interview when asked about how voters will react if food gets more expensive.