Harkin Education Bill

Subject: Fighting for our children's future

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May 13, 2010 There is no denying that times are hard. While the economy is starting to slightly improve, a full recovery isn't in the near future. But let me be clear; economic hardship is no reason to punish our children by cutting vital education funding. When we do that, we risk our country's future! Across America, tens of thousands of teachers are facing imminent layoffs because of devastating cuts to state funding. If we don't act now these layoffs will result in larger class sizes, programs being cut from schools, and a drastic decline in the quality of education that our children receive. A quality education for our children is vital to rebuilding and reinvigorating our economy. Recognizing the danger of losing tens of thousands of trained teachers, 21st Century Democrats Co-founder SenatorTom Harkin (D-IA) has introduced a bill entitled "Keep Our Educators Working Act" (S. 3206). When announcing the bill, Senator Harkin said, "This country is about to face a massive wave of layoffs in our schools and institutions of higher learning that could weaken our economic recovery and cause serious damage to our education system. This bill is an investment in our kids, in our economy and in our future." This bill is quickly approaching a key vote in the Appropriations Committee, and teachers across the country need your help now. We need to send a message that we support our teachers and want the Senate to pass Senator Harkin's bill. Contact your Senators today, and tell them to support the "Keep Our Educators Working Act" S.3206. Our teachers and our children need your help now. To learn more about this bill, click here. Click Here to contact your Senators! Donate now and help us keep fighting for our children's future. Sincerely, Jim Scheibel, Chair P.S. - Click here to forward this to a friend and ask them to help protect our children's education. Contact Information Phone: 202-626-5620 Website: 21st Century Democrats Paid for by 21st Century Democrats 1731 Connecticut Avenue, NW, 2nd Floor Washington, D.C. 20009 (202) 626-5620 http://21stcenturydems.org/ Not authorized by any candidate or candidate's committee.