Union related posts — specifically concerning the American Federation of Teachers (AFT), New York State United Teachers (NYSUT) or Retiree Council 23 (RC 23).
On November 7, 2017, voters in New York State will cast their vote on referendum to hold a Constitutional Convention. There are many reasons to vote no, but one is the projected cost, which could be as high as $340 million? Visit the NYSUT website for more information.
Privatization. Vouchers. Charter schools. Intolerance. Bullying.
One thing is certain: Words won’t be enough to stop the Trump-DeVos agenda. We need action. Take action now at the NYSUT Member Action Center to find out more and to sign up for a local Day of Action on January 19 to say “NO!” to the Trump-DeVos agenda for education!
NYSUT is organizing to participate in the Women’s March on Washington, D.C. — a national grassroots event being held January 21, 2017, the day after the presidential inauguration. Continue reading
NYSUT’s 2016 Voter Guide, available online, includes a complete list of union-endorsed candidates as recommended by our local presidents and Political Action Committee, and approved by the Board of Directors. The guide explores critical races and gives the rationale for many endorsements. Take the time to read and consider this information before you cast your ballot on Nov. 8.
Help NYSUT get out the vote by volunteering to staff the phone banks for the November election. The NYSUT Regional Office is sponsoring three Retiree During the Day Phone Banks beginning at 10 a.m. on October 18, 25 and November 1. Retirees will be calling fellow NYSUT retirees — if you have some time please plan to stop by. Retirees are also welcome at the regularly scheduled afternoon phone call hours from 3 to 7 p.m., Monday through Thursday beginning the week of October 16 and culminating on the day before Election Day (no phone calling on Halloween).
The Suffolk office is located at 150 Vanderbilt Motor Parkway, Suite 306, Hauppague. Phone number (631) 273-8822.