The evidence-based formula and the past budget for higher education are promises that have been made but not kept to Illinois’ young people.

 

While the top 5% in our state are getting massive handouts from Trump, teachers and school staff, higher education workers, and public employees are being asked to do more with less, working without the resources, respect, and dignity they deserve.

 

But it doesn’t have to be that way. When Gov. Pritzker visited our convention on Sunday, he told us, “There’s more to do and more to come.” He said, “Teachers are who help solve the world’s problems.” So, we’re going to Springfield to help him solve this one. We’ll start with ending a tax system that favors the wealthy while starving public education and key services.