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AFT President Randi Weingarten on 2019 PDK Poll Measuring the Public’s Attitudes Toward the Public Schools

American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten released the following statement upon the release of this year’s Phi Delta Kappan (PDK) Poll, the 51st iteration of the survey that measures public opinion about America’s public schools, noting that for the first time in nearly 20 years, the survey included teachers in its responses:

Texas Is Quietly Using Redistricting Lawsuits to Launch a Broader War Against Federal Voting Rights Law

Beyond the immediate legal fight over whether Texas lawmakers again discriminated against voters of color when drawing new political districts, a quieter war is being waged that could dramatically constrict voting rights protections nationwide for years to come. For decades, redistricting in Texas has tracked a familiar rhythm — new maps are followed by claims of discrimination and lawsuits asking federal courts to step in. Over the years, Texas lawmakers have repeatedly been ordered to correct gerrymandering that suppressed the political power of Black and Hispanic voters.

This is exactly how dumb our politics have gotten

In the final days of the Virginia governor's race, Republican Glenn Youngkin did everything he could to suggest the contest was a referendum on what is being taught to the commonwealth's schoolchildren.

Dozens of dogs touched down in the Portland area on Wednesday. They made their way from Texas, hoping to start a new life here in the Pacific Northwest with their forever families.

Critical race theory is just that -- a theory -- but the term has been weaponized, with its most extreme critics alleging that merely studying the theory is racist.

Supreme Court To Consider Granting Emergency Relief to NYC Teachers Denied Religious Accommodation From Vaccine Mandate

The United States Supreme Court will consider a legal challenge to New York City’s vaccine mandate from educators who were denied religious exemptions to vaccination. Earlier this month, Justice Sonia Sotomayor, who oversees emergency appeals from the Second Circuit Court of Appeals, rejected the appeal without comment.

Why Bill and Melinda Gates Are Spending a Lot of time in Washington

(CNN Money) -- Bill and Melinda Gates want to keep foreign aid flowing from Washington. But with a president that believes in "America First," they're fighting an uphill battle.

Wanda Sykes Hosts 28th Annual Bounce Trumpet Awards World Premiering Sunday, Jan. 12 at 9:00 p.m. ET on Bounce

The 28th Annual Bounce Trumpet Awards, an exciting and inspirational night recognizing African-American achievements and contributions, world premieres Sunday, January 12 at 9:00 p.m. ET on Bounce.

We're 42 Years Apart But Our Mission Is the Same: Change Education for the Black Community

We are two Black men separated by 42 years in age. But we are bound by our collective rage about what is happening to our people. We are focused on education where there is more than enough to be angry about. Every day countless numbers of our children do not receive the quality education they must have in order to have even a modicum of a chance to live a decent life in today's world.

Lamar Odom Regrets Affairs, Says Cocaine Helped End Career

Lamar Odom says he’s “a walking miracle” after being found unconscious with cocaine in his system in a Nevada brothel in 2015.

GM Offers $25,000 Reward to Nab Those Hanging Nooses in Plant

General Motors says it is offering a $25,000 reward to anyone who has information about racist graffiti and nooses found at a plant in Toledo, Ohio, nearly two years ago.

Teenage Girl With a Bright Future Dies After Being Shot In Her Bedroom

16-year old Jewell Jefferson from DeKalb County, Georgia was recently found shot in her bed. Police say she was rushed to the hospital, but later died.

Death investigation underway after reports of drowning in Whittier Narrows

Authorities are investigating an apparent drowning in Whittier after a person was found dead Wednesday morning.

Harvey to Cause Continuous Rainfall Through Wednesday; Residents Advised to Shelter in Place & Avoid Travel

The Brazos River is anticipated to approach 59 feet early this week, which is three feet over the 100-year flood event. As a precaution, Missouri City officials are urging residents to prepare in the event that these levels are reached. There are no evacuations currently in place; residents will be notified if the shelter in place order is changed.

Walmart apologizes after woman says Black dolls more expensive than white ones

While trying to teach her kids about their heritage, a Kentucky mother found that finding diverse toys comes at a price. Asheria Brown, a mother of three, was looking for a more diverse version of a doll set that her daughter had found at a Walmart store.

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