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Teachers Reject Budget Cut Plan | Portland News
Portland teachers are staging a powerful comeback after the School Board rejected a $13.2 million budget amendment, citing a $56.3 million deficit and unwillingness to make cuts elsewhere. The Portland Association of Teachers mobilized in force, arguing students shouldn’t shoulder the financial burden. With the vote narrowly split 6-1, union leaders signaled they’re ready to fight back — launching a recruitment drive for 2027 elections to replace board members they say ignore educators’ needs. Meanwhile, the superintendent pushes back on union proposals, calling some cost-saving ideas…
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