Opinion: LAUSD unions have a callous disregard for the education of LAUSD students
On Tuesday, Service Employees International Union Local 99, supported by United Teachers Los Angeles, plans to begin a three-day “Unfair Practice Charge Strike” to highlight their demands for 30% and 20% pay raises, respectively, plus other demands too numerous to list here.
“These are workers who just a few years ago were deemed essential,” said SEIU spokesperson Blanca Gallegos, “and yet the district is now disrespecting and undervaluing their work.” SEIU Local 99 represents about 30,000 cafeteria workers, custodians, bus drivers, special education assistants and other LAUSD employees. UTLA bargains for about 35,000 teachers, counselors, therapists, librarians and nurses.
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