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April 4, 2011

On April 4 this year, the anniversary of Dr. King’s death, labor unions, civil rights organizations, and religious leaders will stand together across this country for the same human rights and human dignity for working men and women. We will remember the courage and determination of Dr. King and those workers who endured assault and arrest as they walked a picket line for two months. We have stood together as one with public workers across this country whose bargaining rights are under attack, with private workers who can’t get bargaining rights, and against those politicians and their allies who want to silence our political voice. 

Click here to read more about the NEA's efforts to stand together.  You can also send a letter to Congress to prevent cuts to Public Education and to listen to educators as ESEA (No Child Left Behind) is considered for re-authorization.