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NEA to McConnell: ‘Do your job, quit playing politics, start negotiating and pass legislation that isn’t full of callous catches, caveats and carve outs’

July 23, 2020

NEA President Lily Eskelsen García decries Mitch McConnell's delay tactics on a comprehensive COVID-19 school plan as the new school year approaches.

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Kentucky Native Elected New NEA-Aspiring Educators Chair

July 22, 2020

At NEA’s 2020 Representative Assembly Cameo Kendrick was elected to the National Education Association's influential 40,000-member Aspiring Educators group.

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NEA: Biden’s Economic Recovery Plan Will Strengthen America’s Main Street Economy

July 21, 2020

Vice President Joe Biden releases economic recovery plan and NEA President Lily Eskelsen García praises his direction.

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Florida educators file lawsuit to protect health and well-being of students, educators and communities

July 20, 2020

The lawsuit brought by Florida Education Association intends to stop the unsafe reopening of public school campuses as coronavirus infections surge statewide.

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With passing of Rep. John Lewis, we mourn loss of a true hero

July 18, 2020

NEA President Lily Eskelsen García reacts to the loss of Rep. John Lewis: ‘His life was dedicated to the pursuit of racial justice and freedom for all.’

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NEA President Applauds Joe Biden’s Roadmap to Reopening Schools Safely

July 17, 2020

NEA President says Joe Biden's plan is “grounded in science and puts the wellbeing of students and educators first."

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NEA responds to reopening guidelines from National Academy of Sciences

July 15, 2020

NEA calls for a comprehensive plan that includes federal resources to provide funding for equipment to ensure the safety of our students.

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NEA Launches New Round of Ads in Battleground States Calling on Senators to Support Funding to Reopen School Buildings Safely

July 15, 2020

NEA's ads in battleground states call on Congress to protect millions of educator jobs and provide the resources and support students need to safely handle COVID-19.

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NEA President Demands DeVos Cancel Her Political Events; Instead Focus On Helping Reopen Schools Safely

July 13, 2020

NEA President demands Education Secretary Betsy Devos focus on helping parents, health experts, and educators reopen schools safely rather than attend political events.

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Pediatricians, educators and superintendents urge a safe return to school this fall

July 10, 2020

The National Education Association and partners issue a statement on the safe return of students, teachers and staff to schools -- that science and community circumstances must guide decision-making and funding is critical.

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NEA to McConnell: ‘Do your job, quit playing politics, start negotiating and pass legislation that isn’t full of callous catches, caveats and carve outs’

Kentucky Native Elected New NEA-Aspiring Educators Chair

NEA: Biden’s Economic Recovery Plan Will Strengthen America’s Main Street Economy

Florida educators file lawsuit to protect health and well-being of students, educators and communities

With passing of Rep. John Lewis, we mourn loss of a true hero

NEA President Applauds Joe Biden’s Roadmap to Reopening Schools Safely

NEA responds to reopening guidelines from National Academy of Sciences

NEA Launches New Round of Ads in Battleground States Calling on Senators to Support Funding to Reopen School Buildings Safely

NEA President Demands DeVos Cancel Her Political Events; Instead Focus On Helping Reopen Schools Safely

Pediatricians, educators and superintendents urge a safe return to school this fall

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