COPE

WHEREAS, teachers are fully aware of the importance of good government and the need for civic spirit; and

WHEREAS, increasing importance must be placed by all members of organized labor on the significance of political education and political action; and

WHEREAS, many of the issues facing public education must be resolved by legislative action at the state and national level; and

WHEREAS, COPE is performing a voluntary and significant service in reporting information and securing qualified candidates; and

WHEREAS, there is need to continue to broaden and expand teachers' participation in political activity:

RESOLVED, that the American Federation of Teachers urge members to participate actively and aggressively in the local political party of their choice as party workers, or as candidates for public office; and

RESOLVED, that the American Federation of Teachers encourage members to render aid, assistance, and support to the policies and programs of the AFL-CIO Committee on Political Education.