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In defense of public education

Randi Weingarten and NYC teacher Tamara Simpson

Attacks on public education in America by extremists and culture-war peddling politicians have reached new heights (“lows” may be more apt), but they are not new. The difference today is that the attacks are intended not just to undermine public education but to destroy it.

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Alabama State Legislature/Representative by District

Click one of the links below to find out which legislature/representative represents your area.

http://capwiz.com/state-al/dbq/zs.dbq?dir=state-al&state=al&azip=35209&bzip=

http://www.legislature.state.al.us/house/representatives/houseroster_district.html

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The Ed Show (featuring Birmingham AFT President): Continuing the Fight For Education in the South

Check out this interesting video about Education in the South from The Ed Show.

http://www.nbcnews.com/id/45755822/ns/msnbc-the_ed_show/vp/52868473#52868473

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Rev. Dr. William Barber President, North Carolina NAACP Speaking in Los Angeles to the AFT.

Check out this interesting video from Rev. Dr. William Barber speaking in Los Angeles, California to the AFT.   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K6v3sYaq3ZQ&feature=youtu.be

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Professional Development

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The Birmingham AFT host monthly professional development classes. This is an excellent opportunity to earn 3 credit hours of professional development. These workshops are open to the public. Call our local office for details. 205-933-3333

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Alabama Organized Labor Awards Foundation Scholarships

2012 Alabama Organized Labor Awards Foundation Essay Contest for scholarships.

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