VIDEO: Kshama Sawant: Striking Teachers Resisting Decades of Attack by Democrats and Republicans

(Before It's News)

Schools are closed in Seattle today as the city’s first teacher strike in 30 years enters its fifth day. Last week, teachers represented by the Seattle Education Association, unanimously voted to strike in demand of fewer standardized tests for students, more time to prepare for classes, and better pay.

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