US taxpayers just paid $10M for Trump’s trip to Scotland so he could cut a ribbon on his new golf course, but we “can’t afford” pediatric cancer research.

Getting that education funding back is a big win for kids and communities. A great moment with @rweingarten.bsky.social @hirono.senate.gov at the AFT TEACH Conference. #ProtectOurKids

Buffalo Bills Stat of the Day – Red Helmet Edition 🟥🪖 During the red helmet era (1984–2010), the Bills made the playoffs 11 times, won 6 AFC East titles, and reached 4 straight AFC Championships. That red lid became a symbol of toughness, grit, and one hell of a football team. #BillsMafia #Stat

When tests don’t match what’s taught, students and educators pay the price. We’ve heard from many #NYSUT members that this year’s Bio & Earth Science Regents included off-topic material. We are pushing for better alignment—every student deserves a fair shot to succeed. www.wgrz.com/article/news...

🚨 The Supreme Court just greenlit Trump’s plan to cut the Dept. of Ed —1,400 layoffs, threatening support for special ed, civil rights, & financial aid. #NYSUT @aft.org & @neatoday.bsky.social will keep fighting to protect public education. apnews.com/article/supr...

“There is a war on knowledge—and teachers are on the frontlines.” [email protected] #WhyFascistsFearTeachers

In honor of the five teachers from Northern NY who founded the company! @nysut.bsky.social @melindajperson.bsky.social

I just went to a restaurant I’ve been going to for years and for the first time gratuity was already on the check. Is this bcz of the new “no tax on tips”? If so, is this screwing the employee?

The latest proposed 15% cut to the U.S. Dept. of Education would severely cut public school funding. 18 programs—like teacher training & literacy—eliminated. NY could lose $5.5B a year. Our students and educators can’t afford this to happen. www.wxxinews.org/npr-news/202...

“This week’s sweltering heat is a stark reminder that school districts must be fully prepared to protect students and staff during extreme weather. @nysut.bsky.social @melindajperson.bsky.social

GOOD NEWS ALERT! 🚨

Billions in Medicaid Cuts Spell Trouble for Labor Markets, State GDP & Communities Where Hospitals are Major Employers Nationwide, 1.22 million jobs could be lost. That's nearly a 1% increase in the U.S. unemployment rate overall 1/2

🚨🚨Trump’s economy gets disastrous update – Core inflation SPIKES to 2.7% in May, worse than expected – Income FALLS 0.4% – GDP SHRINKS 0.5% in Q1 - Consumer spending DROPS 0.1%

This war looks like it should end up being called the “Bullshitzkrieg,” because at this point, it pretty much seems to have been performative on all sides, especially on Trump’s. We should be grateful for that, but … WTAF.

The authority to wage war rests with Congress. This impeachable action is the reckless behavior of a man granted near-total immunity who feels unleashed to do anything.

Just as Iraq had no WMD, Iran has no nuclear weapons. America has entered another unnecessary war in the Middle East

We can’t just fight back. We have to fight for a better America. Decent wages. Decent work. A decent retirement. Being able to walk down the street without the fear of ICE. Being able to make decisions about your family. @rweingarten.bsky.social @texasaft.org

The energy at today’s rally was powerful — Buffalo is ready for new leadership and real change. I’m so grateful to everyone who showed up, knocked doors, and helped move our campaign forward. 🗳️ Early voting ends TOMORROW — don’t wait.
📅 Election Day is TUESDAY, June 24.

“God is reaching out to you [to] find[] the ways that we may be able to do something with our own lives to serve others. “And in that service to others we may find that coming together in friendship, building up community, we too can find true meaning in our lives.” www.osvnews.com/full-text-ad...

If this is how this administration responds to a Senator with a question, you can only imagine what they're doing to farmworkers, to cooks, and to day laborers throughout California and across the country. We will hold this administration accountable.

Per sources: Dem Rep. Mannion confronted GOP Rep. Lawler on the floor over the Padilla incident & shouted something to the effect of "you've got to do something. Stand up. Grow a pair of balls." Lawler replied: "F*** you ... I have no idea what you're talking about." www.axios.com/2025/06/12/a...

The nearly 15 million working people of the AFL-CIO and our affiliated unions demand the immediate release of @seiuca.bsky.social President David Huerta. The labor movement stands with David and we’ll continue to peacefully demand justice for our union brother until he is released.

We remember and honor those who lost their lives for our safety and security.

At some point soon all Democratic Senators need to learn that “nuanced” decisions are not going to work anymore. They are destroying the government and your “compromise” is just a surrender. Some seem to get it but too many are clinging to a fantasy.

Endless gratitude to Senator Michelle Hinchey & AM @votejgr.bsky.social — you’ve been fearless, tireless champions for universal school meals. Because of your leadership, no NY student will go hungry. This is what putting kids first looks like.

The GOP wanted to impeach Biden for a fake $5M bribe from Ukraine that was made up by a guy sitting in prison for lying about it, but they’re cool with a $400M plane from Qatar. Do I have that right?

@nysutwny.bsky.social had a great meeting with Senator Ryan today. @nysut.bsky.social appreciates you fighting side my side with us for our students and our teachers.

We won’t quit, until we #FixTier6. 30 years is enough

“We stand with you when you feel like you can’t stand up.” Thank you @melindajperson.bsky.social and thank you @nysut.bsky.social for working every day to create opportunities for New York’s kids, and for standing up for workers across the Empire State.

Exactly, @melindajperson.bsky.social. The work we do isn’t just about transferring knowledge - it’s about creating possibility. @nysut.bsky.social

Everyday, when we step into a school, a college, a classroom, we stand at the gates of hope. It is an act of FAITH that the knowledge and skills we pass on EVERY DAY will create a future that is more COMPASSIONATE, more INNOVATIVE, and more JUST.

60% of Americans live paycheck to paycheck. That is unacceptable. One job should be enough.

Thanks to AG ⁦‪New York State AG‬⁩ Tish James’ leadership, a federal judge just restored $134M in critical education funding for NY. These grants support tutoring, counseling & more—services our students rely on every day. A big win for public schools! www.newsday.com/long-island/...

Huge thanks to our @nysutwny.bsky.social #NYSUT members for organizing one of the biggest Fix Tier 6 rallies yet! Together, we’re turning up the heat to fix what’s broken—because 30 years should be a career. 💪 @coachcant.bsky.social

More clear pushback on MAGA in local elections - and from Texas of all places. Can't say Im mad about it. We are only at the beginning of the slide downhill for Trump and his buddies. www.lonestarleft.com/p/magas-very...

During a House Veterans Affairs Committee legislative markup this week, I introduced five common-sense amendments to protect our veterans and defend the dedicated VA staff who care for them. Unfortunately, the Republican majority rejected every single one. I won’t stop fighting for our veterans.

NIH research funding gave us: - polio, hepatitis A & B, HPV, and COVID-19 vaccines - chemo and immunotherapy - The Human Genome Project - advancements in Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and epilepsy treatments Trump cut it to give billionaires more tax breaks. www.propublica.org/article/trum...

This is an astoundingly good interview. The LA Port Director explains very clearly how profoundly trade is coming to a screeching halt. This summer will be tough.

Just a little info for America for the next time the orange clown says we want to be the 51st state! @juice2024.bsky.social @hunglikeahorsefly.bsky.social @janetea4.bsky.social @lkemp.bsky.social @hivibebadbitch.bsky.social @bowpeople.bsky.social

America has no money to pay for cancer research for kids, but we’ve got tons of cash to rebuild Alcatraz for Trump’s vanity. Unbefuckinglievable

What a line from Warren Buffett this morning: “Be kind, and the world is better off. I'm not sure that the world will be better off if I'm richer." [applause] 🙏🏼

“We fight for dignity for ALL…” @rweingarten.bsky.social #NYSUTRA @aft.org @mspetter.bsky.social @coachcant.bsky.social

I wrote about Elijah Moore as a Buffalo Bills free agent target before free agency opened and below are my thoughts. After the Bills did not pick a WR until the 7th round, I was actively rooting for Buffalo to sign Moore. #BillsMafia

The Bills are signing former Browns WR Elijah Moore to a one-year deal worth up to $5M, per @Schultz_Report. #Bills | #BillsMafia  | #BuiltInBuffalo

REMINDER: Tomorrow, May 1, we will be joining unions across New York City to raise our voices in opposition to the new administration’s attack on worker and union rights and benefits. See you there.

stocks.apple.com/AkZ4-a6GyROu... “Since January 20, the Dow Jones Industrial Average is down 7.2%, the S&P 500 has shed 8.1% and the Nasdaq Composite is 12.1% lower – erasing trillions of dollars in market value from investors' portfolios and retirement plans.”