AFT President Randi Weingarten on ‘A Better Deal’ Agenda

Washington—Statement of AFT President Randi Weingarten on Democrats’ “A Better Deal” agenda:

“Democrats’ ‘A Better Deal’ agenda helps unrig our economy and our politics so America works for working folks again, not just big corporations and the wealthy few. While no one agenda or announcement can solve all problems, with today’s announcement and commitment to a better deal, Democrats have acknowledged Americans’ need for bold economic solutions and have returned to their populist and Roosevelt roots.

“While President Trump ran as a populist, he is governing for the wealthy and special interests. The Democratic agenda offers a strong contrast built on common sense, doable solutions to create good jobs with living wages, grow the middle class, reduce costs for families, invest in infrastructure, and equip workers with the skills they need for a changing economy. It’s an agenda that levels the playing field by breaking up monopolies that drive up costs and limit competition, and by strengthening the voice of regular Americans in our democracy. It’s an agenda the American people have been waiting for, and the president and Republicans should work with Democrats to enact it.”