Thanks for fighting for us!

Governor John Bel Edwards

As the special legislative session opened, Governor John Bel Edwards – who has been in office a little over a month – was already facing massive opposition from corporate interests and others who believe the only solution to the state’s crisis is to cut spending.

If simply cutting spending really meant better services and more revenue for our state, we would not be facing the current crisis. We know that cuts to education and health care have been disastrous over the past eight years.

The last administration made choices that resulted in a $900 million shortfall this year, and an expected $2 billion deficit next year, which our Constitution forbids.

To fix the problem, Governor Edwards is proposing a mix of new revenues, reductions in tax credits and deductions, and cuts where they can be made without threatening services. His goal is to save colleges and universities from collapse, and to fully fund our K-12 schools.

We were proud to support Governor Edwards during the election. Now we want to let him know we still have his back during a very trying time. The crisis can be solved and our schools can thrive, but only if we work together in the best interests of our children, our families and our schools.

Please sign the petition below to let Governor Edwards know that we support his effort to fully fund public education.

To: Governor John Bel Edwards
From: James Francis

Thank you from the Louisiana Federation of Teachers!

We members and supporters of the Louisiana Federation of Teachers are proud to have supported your election.

You have our full support as you work to fully fund public education and address the needs of Louisiana families. Together, we can reclaim the promise of a great public education for all children.