Convention Resolution
Resolution 12: Ensuring that Public Education Remains a Beacon of Democracy
… have a bright future. It is an economic necessity, an anchor of democracy, a moral imperative and a fundamental civil right. The COVID-19 pandemic has made clear the importance of in-person schooling and underscored that public schools are the bedrock of every community. As educators, we constantly strive to help all schools provide the highest standards for teaching and learning. Public schools may be the last institution that, … and technical education; and ensuring a greater focus on teaching and learning, not testing. The AFL-CIO will continue our work with Congress and state and local school boards and governments to ensure the following for educators, school employees, …