A small but determined group of local citizens gathered Monday night in Little Falls to support the “Occupy Wall Street” protest movement.
“In New York [people] took to the streets — and they’re taking to the streets here in Little Falls – because they feel frustrated,” said Bob Russo, the former Mayor of Montclair. “The government is not responding.…
Read MoreBob Russo, president of the Montclair State University American Federation of Teachers Adjunct Faculty Local 6025, also some kinds words for Gill.
“As a former mayor of Montclair, I know that the entire town equates the Gill family name with dedicated public educators and those who support them.,” Russo stated. “Brendan is the son of one of the most respected teachers in the county.…
Read MoreEven though CWA workers are no longer picketing Verizon, that doesn’t mean the fight is over. Unionized Verizon workers are leafleting (but not picketing) Verizon Wireless stores to let prospective customers know they are supporting a corporation that does not support middle class workers. Please download this flier and join leafletting outside Verizon Wireless Stores.…
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Thousands of parents, students, teachers and education advocates gathered in Washington, D.C., on July 30 to stand up for public education and send the message that the nation’s public schools are the cornerstone of our democracy. Speaker after speaker at the “Save Our Schools” march and rally called for less teacher bashing, less emphasis on standardized tests and more support for education reforms that work, such as smaller class sizes and improved teacher preparation.…