Lois Weiner
@drloisweiner
Researcher, former career teacher, ed prof, writes as a critical friend about labor, teachers unions, education, democracy and socialism.
ID:1580289068
https://loisweiner.net/ 09-07-2013 12:45:11
26,2K Tweets
3,6K Followers
1,3K Following
Follow People
I especially love the focus on the scholarship (and I would add amazing creative work) our faculty and students do. Including preserving Adrienne’s Rich’s work on teaching, so important, that ends this piece. Shout out to Lost & Found
Workers at Disneyland just won a union. They call themselves Magic United.
1,700 character and parade workers spend long days in difficult conditions, get repeated injuries, and face attacks by guests.
Now they'll work together for better conditions with Actors' Equity.
.Shawn Fain tone, substance are exactly what's needed. Disappointment, honesty, and determination. Hoping to read thoughtful analysis of what might have been done better. It ain't over 'til it's over! #Solidarity
“Mercedes is a better place thanks to this campaign & these courageous workers,” says Shawn Fain, citing changes it made like eliminating tiers and replacing local CEO. “What happens next is up to them. Justice isn’t about just one vote or one campaign” bloomberg.com/news/articles/…