Starbucks baristas and allies rallied yesterday in Pittsburgh, united with 40+ cities coast to coast, to demand a fair contract now. They’re asking consumers: no contract, no coffee!

Investing in public education is how we give every student the opportunity to thrive. I'm glad to see Pennsylvania lawmakers are putting more resources into schools - especially schools in poorer areas. @AFTPA.bsky.social whyy.org/articles/pen...

Starbucks @sbworkersunited.org baristas are officially on strike on Red Cup Day at corporate stores across the country! All 15 million members of America’s unions stand in solidarity with them in their fight for a fair contract with fair wages and better scheduling.

As of this morning, Starbucks workers across the country are officially ON STRIKE. And we're prepared for this to become the biggest and longest ULP strike in Starbucks history. Say #NoContractNoCoffee with us: DON'T BUY STARBUCKS for the duration of our open-ended ULP strike! $SBUX

BREAKING: Starbucks workers have launched a massive, nationwide strike. Baristas in 40 cities have walked off the job on the busiest day of Starbucks' year. Upwards of 12,000 @sbworkersunited.org members could ultimately go on strike as the union escalates.

Many school districts were forced to take out high interest loans and told teachers they couldn’t reimburse expenses. Community services were cut for people most in need. Budgets across the state were frozen. And more. This impasse was wholly unnecessary.

Thanks to the leadership by House and Senate Democrats, PA finally has a state budget after more than 4 months of delay. We’re relieved this impasse has ended, but the fact of the matter is that Republicans’ refusal to do their jobs caused unnecessary damage and expenses. @aft.org

Our statement on the Pennsylvania Legislature passing a budget after more than 130 days of impasse.

Thank you to those who have served our nation in the armed forces. Today and every day, we honor your courage and your sacrifice. #VeteransDay 🇺🇸

This #VeteransDay, at 4PM ET, join @vinguptamd.bsky.social @rweingarten.bsky.social & @irwinredlener.bsky.social for a Vital Lessons talk on veterans’ health, resilience & community care. 💙 REGISTER NOW👉 sharemylesson.com/webinars/vit... #CommunityCare @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social

6,666x That’s how many times more Starbucks’ CEO makes than the average @sbworkersunited.org barista. Starbucks workers are fighting for a fair contract, and America’s unions stand with them in this fight against corporate greed. https://bit.ly/4oATdMu

BREAKING: We won! Today the 3rd Circuit Court ordered the @post-gazette.com to restore our contract it illegally tore up 5 years ago. That’s our health care, PTO, right to a 40-hr. work week, short-term disability and so much more we’ve struck for 3+ years. pghguild.com/2025/11/10/p...

In solidarity with Newspaper Guild of Pittsburgh. pghguild.com/2025/11/10/p...

We are upset, like many, that the ACA tax credits are not restored in this “deal” to reopen the govt. But let’s be clear why: the Rs refused to budge as the hunger & aviation crises worsened. Let’s be clear who is hurting working families. The AFT will keep fighting www.aft.org/press-releas...

No one should go hungry. 💙 Find local food pantries and free resources across Pennsylvania today.

Today is the day! Looking forward to standing up for higher ed across the state! Details: www.apscuf.org/nov7rally

Urgent solidarity request! Calling on everyone to support UUP member detained by ICE!

It is outrageous ICE is behaving this way, traumatizing our kids and terrorizing families. They are violently grabbing parents in front of families. They deploy tear gas near schools and playgrounds and Halloween parades. Now storming into a daycare. This must stop.

Voters sent a strong message in this election. The incumbent Sheriff Fred Harran ran on promises to allow ICE into classrooms and communities - and voters rejected that agenda. #AFTvotes @AFTPA.bsky.social whyy.org/articles/ele...

Bucks County voters made it clear: They want safe, welcoming, engaging and fully-resourced public schools so every child can thrive. #AFTvotes @AFTPA.bsky.social www.buckscountyherald.com/news/electio...

♥️ Thank you for making Election Day better with your devotion to democracy! ♥️ Thank you for guiding voters and answering questions. ♥️ Thank you, Pennsylvania poll workers!

Great day for Pennsylvania. @aftpa.bsky.social and our locals worked hard to help retain judges with a proven record.

Great news out of PA. Christine Donohue, David Wecht & Kevin M. Dougherty retain their seats on the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania. AFT locals endorsed them because keeping an independent court ensures elections remain free from partisan interference heading into the midterms. @aftpa.bsky.social

🗓️✨ Don’t leave democracy to chance—You have 5 hours to go vote! 🗳️Every voice counts, every vote matters! 💪⚖️ #ProtectPACourts #VotePA

The stakes couldn’t be higher. Justice David Wecht warns that a deadlocked PA Supreme Court would be “disastrous.” We can’t afford gridlock on our highest court — our rights, democracy, and freedoms are on the line.

This Election Day, you have the right to cast your ballot free from intimidation. Save and share these Know Your Rights resources so you and your community can exercise that right. 

Ann was out at #NoKings standing up for democracy—and she’s voting YES to keep Justices Donahue, Dougherty & Wecht protecting our rights and fair maps. Make your plan to vote YES at vote.pa/plan!

🍎USDA has the money - but USDA is choosing not to use the money. 🍎Past presidents figured it out. 🍎Working families are already struggling with rising costs. We should all agree: Our children should have the nutrition they need to succeed. @rweingarten.bsky.social

"It's the veterans, it's the elderly, it's the children, it's the people that we're working next to, the people we're worshipping next to," Ulrich said [... about who is most impacted by the SNAP pause]. "Hunger reaches every community & every part of every place in PA." www.wvia.org/news/pennsyl...

The USDA has a contingency plan to keep SNAP running during a government shutdown — but the document laying out that plan has been deleted from the agency’s website. www.notus.org/trump-white-...

Conjure your voting plan this fall. #ProtectPACourts from selfish billionaires. Make a plan to vote: t.co/d8cDFyxGXA

Celebrate #DíaDeLosMuertos in your classroom! 💀🌼Find free PreK–12 lessons, art projects & STEM activities to honor this rich cultural tradition🎓 sharemylesson.com/collections/... @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social @aft-oregon.org @texasaft.org @aftpa.bsky.social @ctulocal1.bsky.social @nysut.bsky.social

“For every 1 meal food banks provide, SNAP provides 9. This will leave over 800,000 people in our region without access to the food they need — including mostly families, children, seniors, and people with disabilities." Congress needs to fund SNAP now. keystonenewsroom.com/2025/10/28/a...

Have questions about your student debt? AFT is hosting a virtual student debt clinic tomorrow, Oct. 29, at 7 p.m. EDT to help members navigate their debt. Learn more about PSLF, income-driven repayment plans, how the latest news affects these programs and ways to save. web.cvent.com/event/44eafa...

42 million Americans are about to lose food assistance — including 16 million children. Trump’s shutdown is forcing families to choose between paying rent and buying food. Congress must demand that USDA release SNAP now: actionnetwork.org/letters/save... #SNAPDayOfAction

For the first time ever, the USDA is refusing to tap emergency funds to keep SNAP benefits going. Millions of families already paying too much for food, healthcare & housing now face a crisis. www.usatoday.com/story/money/...

"Delays in care will make treatable conditions life-threatening in red and blue communities alike; medical emergencies don’t recognize party affiliation. These cuts aren’t trimming fat, they’re cutting to the bone." - Dr. Bryce Pulliam, AFT Local 6552

Americans want leaders who will expand access to healthcare, lower the cost of groceries and housing, strengthen public schools, make college affordable and embrace workers’ rights. For more see my NYT column this month www.aft.org/column/we-pe...

Legislators need to do their jobs and pass common sense gun safety legislation now. Our schools, students, and communities deserve it.

Our thoughts are with the victims and their families, the students, faculty, staff, and the entire Lincoln University community. Gun violence has no place on our campuses or in our schools, period. Students deserve the opportunity to learn and celebrate moments like homecoming without fear.

If Congress does not extend expiring subsidies before the start of open enrollment on Nov. 1, thousands of Pennsylvanians could experience “sticker shock” from sharply higher premiums and potentially not enroll in health insurance. lancasteronline.com/news/politic...

40 million Americans, including children, seniors and people with disabilities, will lose funds used to buy groceries. No admin has ever allowed SNAP benefits to expire during a shutdown. Not only does the law require it but it’s the right thing to do. abcnews.go.com/Politics/sta...

"The lapse in grocery assistance will likely unleash a wave of need at a time when food charities are already feeling the pain of government cuts, funding delays and overall increases in hunger." Republicans need to end this shutdown NOW. keystonenewsroom.com/2025/10/22/2...

When Trump invited 9 elite universities to exchange blind loyalty for favoritism and federal funding, the AFT, the @aaup.org and academics across the nation called it out for what it was: a blatant attempt to control higher education. @afthighered.bsky.social

Our rights and freedoms, from healthcare & reproductive rights to workers' rights and voting rights, are on the line in the November 4th Supreme Court retention election. Learn more about the state of the race: apnews.com/article/p...

It’s #DigitalCitizenshipWeek! 🌐 Help students think critically, act kindly & stay safe online. 🧠 Tackle misinformation 💬 Address cyberbullying 💖 Support mental health 📚 Explore our free media literacy collection → sharemylesson.com/collections/... #DigCitWeek @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social

"Multiple long-term vacancies on the seven-member court would be a 'significant blow to the efficiency and speed at which the court could function,' Becker said." This is one of the many reasons Pennsylvanians need to vote YES to retain our Justices on Nov. 4! www.wesa.fm/politics-gov...

ICYMI: Because of the AFT's advocacy, the Trump administration is finally agreeing to deliver student debt relief for eligible borrowers. Read more here: www.aft.org/press-releas...

A YES vote for Justices Donahue, Dougherty, and Wecht prevents two years of a deadlocked court and keeps the PA Supreme Court stable, functional, and free from corruption by billionaires and special interests. Read more: bit.ly/42NSpea