National Education Association president denounces proposed education budget cuts

Earlier today, the Trump Administration announced its proposed "skinny budget," highlighting substantial cuts to education funding, specifically reducing $12 billion from the Department of Education. National Education Association (NEA) President Becky Pringle provided a statement in response to the proposed cuts.

Pringle emphasized, "For too long, parents, educators and students have pleaded with elected leaders to fulfill their promise to every student and provide the resources that give them every opportunity to thrive. And for too long, our leaders have failed us — this is yet another example."

She further expressed concern regarding the timing of the budget release, stating, "As we approach Teacher Appreciation Week, instead of praising teachers for all they do, this budget is an insult to educators, students and parents. Rather than investing in opportunity and equity, this proposal advances a harmful agenda that eliminates essential programs millions of Americans rely on every day."

Pringle concluded with a call to action: "We demand that our elected leaders stand up for what truly matters — protecting critical public services for students and rejecting massive giveaways to billionaires like Elon Musk. Our students deserve the investment, and the American people deserve leaders who prioritize their well-being over the wealth of a few."

The NEA represents over 3 million individuals, including elementary and secondary teachers, higher education faculty, education support professionals, school administrators, retired educators, future teachers, healthcare workers, and public employees.

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