Over 1,000 teachers, parents, and supporters gathered at the Ohio Statehouse to protest Governor Mike DeWine's proposed budget, which includes over $100 million in cuts to public education over the next two years.
Demonstrators voiced concerns that these cuts would negatively impact students, schools, and public libraries across the state. The rally, led by local educators, emphasized that the issue is about protecting resources for children rather than teacher pay. The protest was part of a broader May Day movement, highlighting widespread opposition to the proposed reductions.
Participants called on lawmakers to reconsider the budget and prioritize funding for education.
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More than 1,000 protesters turn up at Ohio Statehouse rally for public education
It's not about us and our paycheck...it's about the kids and what they would be losing,' said Gwynne Posey, a Grove City HS teacher, at the rally.
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Rally at Ohio Statehouse protests education funding cuts
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — More than 1,000 people gathered outside the Ohio Statehouse ... Education Association, said. Gray said that since Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine introduced his version of the state budget, educators believe that the spending plan would cut ...
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