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Our Voices, January 2025

Quick takes: Fill in the blank. All educators deserve _________.
By: NEA Today
Published: November 14, 2024 Last Updated: November 14, 2024
This article originally appeared on NEA.org

Quote byErin Hodel , Indiana

To come home alive.
—Erin Hodel , Indiana
Erin Hodel

Quote byKim H.

Bathroom breaks, lunch breaks, and weekends/evenings free from emails.
—Kim H.

Quote byBrenda W.

r.e.s.p.e.c.t.
—Brenda W.

Quote byRoger M.

A raise!!
—Roger M.

Quote byVictor A.

The right to unionize and strike.
—Victor A.

Quote byGail A.

Respect. Safety. Funding. Gratitude.
—Gail A.

Quote byJamie Gonzalez Downing , Washington

To be treated and paid like professionals.
—Jamie Gonzalez Downing , Washington
Jamie Gonzalez Downing

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