Urgent Action: Tell Congress to Protect Public Education
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Dear Friend,

Donald Trump is trying to attack public education with another one of his
(illegal) executive actions. But, he can’t do that. In the words of my
mother “someone has gotten too big for his britches.” And the moms of
America are here to remind him that there is a limit to his power and the
harm he can do to our children.

[ [link removed] ]→ Raise your voice with moms to tell your members of Congress,
particularly Republican leadership who are blindly following Trump’s
attacks, to protect public education!

Public education is wildly popular. Parents, regardless of political
affiliation, want to see our public schools nurtured and thrive. Our
public education system serves 90% of America’s children. That’s nearly 50
million children. [1,2] And those students, our children, would be the
ones to suffer if Congress does not stand up to Trump’s horrible plans! We
are not willing to risk our children’s future by allowing a bully to tear
apart critical programs like Title I funding that helps provide
educational support for kids living in low income communities or the
special education funding that ensures children with disabilities are
protected and receive the resources they need to succeed. [ [link removed] ] We will not
be bullied.

I take this personally. I’m a product of the public education system. I
received a fantastic education alongside children, teachers, and staff who
helped shape my views, grow my empathy for others, and challenge me to be
my best self. These are the experiences I want for my children. In one
short year my oldest will start Kindergarten. I want her to learn beside
children from different backgrounds in an environment that is safe,
properly-funded, and equitable for every student and their needs. As a
parent, I always want better for my children. Defunding and dismantling
our public school system is not better. This is an attack on public
education yes, but it is also a direct attack on our kids, and their
future!

[ [link removed] ]→ Tell your members of Congress, particularly Republican leadership who
are blindly following Trump’s attacks, to say NO to dismantling and
defunding our public education system!

This is a critical time. Extremist Republicans have long awaited an
opportunity to take over, dismantle and harm our public education system.
And they plan to do just that. But we don’t have kings in the United
States and Donald Trump doesn’t get to unilaterally take down systems
critical to our nation’s well-being. Stand with moms, parents, and
caregivers around the country and remind Congress who holds the power on
this critical decision.

[3]Don’t forget: Your voice is needed now to tell your member of Congress,
particularly Republican leadership who are blindly following Trump’s
attacks, to put a stop to Trump’s toddler-esque temper tantrums and
properly fund, protect and advance public education. Our children are
counting on them.

Together, we’re a powerful force for women and families!

- Taylor, Ruth, Kristin, Elyssa and the MomsRising and MamásConPoder team.

 

P.S. What would it mean to you and your children if Donald Trump and his
Republican cronies in Congress succeeded in slashing funding or
dismantling our public education system? We want to know how this could
impact you and your family. Share your [ [link removed] ]story here.

 

References:

[1][ [link removed] ]Protect Public Schools | NEA 

[2][ [link removed] ]Fast Facts: Back-to-School Statistics | NCES

[3][ [link removed] ]Fast Facts: Title I | NCES

 


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