19-05-2025
Thousands in San Diego protest cuts to federal education funds
Thousands of teachers, parents, and students rallied in San Diego Saturday to protest potential federal education funding cuts proposed by President Trump.
The rally began at Roosevelt Middle School in Bankers Hill and proceeded to Balboa Park, with participants demanding protection from cuts that could result in a loss of half a billion dollars for education.
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David Goldberg, president of the California Teachers Association, emphasized that the cuts would harm the most vulnerable students, affecting food programs, special education services, and the safety of undocumented students.
'We're fighting so our students to get the education that they deserve,' Goldberg said.
California has nearly six million public school students, making the potential funding cuts a significant concern for educators and families alike.
Curtis Walker, a concerned teacher, expressed worries about educational support being lost due to tax cuts for the wealthy.
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Parent Kiki Ochoa voiced concerns about the impact on immigrant families, stating, 'It's going to affect my kids, my family, my community, and all the parents.'
The rally was one of five held across the state.
Participants said they hope rallies like these will not only raise awareness but also compel lawmakers to take action to protect education funding.
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