Ohio schools set to reopen despite lack of teacher vaccinations

Posted on February 16, 2021 by awfblog

Public schools have been at the forefront of COVID-19 conversations, as some believe schools should be open for in-person instruction, while others believe schools should wait until educators can be vaccinated and provide a safe learning environment.

Ohio Federation of Teachers President Melissa Cropper gave an update on Ohio school funding, issues with some schools as they plan to reopen by March 1 and inequity experienced by urban districts on America’s Work Force Union Podcast. Continue reading →

AFT organizing increases due to COVID-19 related concerns

Posted on February 11, 2021 by awfblog

The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a toll on teachers and the education system, but they have been resilient in teaching America’s future, despite unprecedented attacks from those with no experience.

American Federation of Teachers Pennsylvania Executive Director Ethan Ake-Little joined America’s Work Force Union Podcast to explain how the education system has adapted, some issues with charter schools and the uptick in organizing. Continue reading →

OFT pushes fair funding plan for underfunded public schools

Posted on December 15, 2020 by awfblog

Melissa Cropper, President of the Ohio Federation of Teachers joined the Dec. 15 edition of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast. Continue reading →

Public educators optimistic of Biden administration despite current COVID-19 spike

Posted on November 17, 2020 by awfblog

Teachers and schools have been some of the most severely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and the Trump administration. President-elect Joe Biden is giving these educators hope.

Ohio Federation of Teachers President Melissa Cropper joined America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the recent spike in COVID-19 cases, what it means for schools and the reassurance that President-elect Biden has brought to educators in Ohio and throughout the country. Continue reading →

AFT VP makes election case for public school friendly candidates

Posted on October 20, 2020 by awfblog

Public education has come under fire nationwide according to American Federation of Teachers Vice President and Ohio Federation of Teachers President Melissa Cropper. She appeared on America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss elections in Ohio and why Joe Biden is a better candidate for public schools. Continue reading →

OFT President explains back to school protocols

Posted on August 18, 2020 by awfblog

Ohio Federation of Teachers President Melissa Cropper discussed the problems teachers and students will encounter as they return to school amidst the pandemic when she appeared on America’s Work Force Radio Podcast on Aug. 8. Continue reading →

Professor highlights the issues with returning to the classroom

Posted on July 31, 2020 by awfblog

On the July 31 episode of America’s Work Force Radio Podcast, Sherry Linkon with Working Class Perspectives discussed workers and education amidst the pandemic. Continue reading →

ATM Coalition discusses investment in U.S. infrastructure

Posted on July 21, 2020 by awfblog

Ed Mortimer of the Americans for Transportation Mobility (ATM) coalition spoke with America’s Work Force Radio Podcast on July 21 about the investment in domestic infrastructure. Continue reading →

Ohio Senator Discusses Election Reform for Upcoming Election

Posted on June 16, 2020 by awfblog

Ohio Senator Nickie Antonio spoke with America’s Work Force Radio Podcast on June 16 about election reform legislation. Continue reading →

Promises Not Kept: Failure to Deliver on Massive Construction Project

Posted on May 19, 2020 by awfblog

Dan O’Brien, Author at Business Journal Daily, spoke with America’s Work Force Radio Podcast on May 19 to speak about the Business Journal and Pro Publica’s investigation into the seemingly abandoned Chill-Can campus project. Continue reading →

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