When women retire, yet another gap
Women in their golden years should not have to choose between rent and food. Between food and medication. Between medication and rent. More…
I just had to say this
I will stand up, I will speak up for students: Sign the pledge
We are being flooded with reports of hateful words, actions, and images directed at students in our schools. My heart is breaking. There is no place for this anywhere, let alone in our schools. More…
Don’t Mourn, Organize!
Now more than ever, we must double our resolve to bring people together and focus on building a future for all Americans where their dreams outweigh their fears and hope smothers anger and hate. We are stronger together and we will never give up on what we hold dear. More…
We will not demean and stigmatize transgender students
Sometimes we take legal action to defend our students. Like now in North Carolina. More…
This is why educators like Tim Kaine
Kaine shares our belief that a good education should inspire students and provide them with the tools to reach their full potential. More…
Black Teachers Matter
Nationwide, fewer than 20 percent of teachers are non-white, while more than 50 percent of public school students are African American, Hispanic, Asian Pacific Islander or Native American. More…
Have You No Sense of Decency, Sir?
Mr. Trump: “Have you no sense of decency, sir? At long last, have you left no sense of decency?” More…
ICYMI: Lily Addresses the DNC!
I had the honor of speaking about immigration reform this evening at the 2016 Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia. Watch it here. More…
Hillary Clinton’s ‘Very Bold’ Tuition Plan Will Make College a Reality for More Students
If Hillary Clinton has her way, more students will graduate from a public college or university in their state debt-free. More…
What Will We Tell Our Children This Time?
Like you, I am so very weary of crying. I am so very weary of anger. I am so frustrated by the easy access to high-powered weapons that paved the way for Sandy Hook, Orlando, and Dallas. More…