Sheria Smith
President of the American Federation of Government Employees, Local 252, representing 3,000 Department of Education workers. She is fighting back against the firing of government employees.
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Sep 11, 2025 • 1h 11min
The Republican Dismantling of Public Education
Stacey Abrams hosts Christina Rojas, a dedicated speech-language pathologist, Becky Pringle, president of the National Education Association, and Sheria Smith, an attorney and education advocate. They discuss the alarming impact of political actions on public education, highlighting funding cuts, increased class sizes, and the risks posed to special education. The guests emphasize the crucial link between a strong public education system and a healthy democracy, calling for community involvement to safeguard educational equity and support vulnerable students.
Jul 29, 2025 • 15min
AFGE Leader Sheria Smith on Fighting Back Against Trump
Sheria Smith, President of the American Federation of Government Employees Local 252, champions the rights of 3,000 Department of Education workers. She discusses the alarming trend of unjust terminations under Trump, which jeopardizes public service and damages job security. Smith emphasizes the vital role federal employees play in advocating for educational opportunities, particularly for low-income students. She shares insights on the ongoing battles against these oppressive policies and the need to restore dignity in public employment.
