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National News

July 30, 2009
NEA weighs in on federal “Race to the Top” program
NEA President Dennis Van Roekel responds to $4.35 billion initiative

April 30, 2009
NEA Vice President Eskelsen: education remains the key to opportunity
Partnerships critical to strengthening public education


April 29, 2009
Obama administration off to remarkable start during first 100 days in office
Education is the cornerstone of vision for America in the 21st century

April 28, 2008
NEA member named 2009 National Teacher of the Year
Connecticut special education teacher Anthony Mullen honored at White House ceremony

April 28, 2009
Narrowing achievement gaps eclipsed by failing economy
Federal government’s role crucial to stimulating student learning

March 10, 2009
Protecting workers’ rights strengthens the economy
NEA President Van Roekel applauds introduction of Employee Free Choice Act

December 18, 2008
Inflation continues to outpace teacher salary growth
Average teachers’ salaries declined over the past decade

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