Political Quotes

“I congratulate a constituent, a resident of the 13th District of Michigan, Candice Jackson, for winning the Teacher of the Year award. As we observe Teacher Appreciation Week, I also want to draw attention to over 36,000 teaching posts left vacant this year. The newest figures show that the top income a teacher might earn in 17 percent of the school districts, even with 30 years of service and a Ph.D., is only $60,000. This is intolerable. As a cosponsor of the American Teacher Act, I am proud to advocate for our teachers. We must ensure that our educators earn at least $60,000, not at most. Our teachers deserve our gratitude, respect, and just compensation. Together, we will make this a reality for them. ____________________”