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NEA Spends Millions on Activism, Ignoring Students' Needs

1/16/2026

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National Education Association (NEA) reportedly allocated millions in union funds to far-left activist groups and initiatives, according to federal filings.
In 2024, the NEA spent $300,000 on the Sixteen Thirty Fund and over $3.5 million on Education International.
The union also funded campaigns against standardized testing and gerrymandering in several states.
Critics say the NEA prioritizes political advocacy over students' interests and call for a re-evaluation of its federal charter.

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National Education Association (NEA) reportedly allocated millions in union funds to far-left activist groups and initiatives, according to federal filings.
In 2024, the NEA spent $300,000 on the Sixteen Thirty Fund and over $3.5 million on Education International.
The union also funded campaigns against standardized testing and gerrymandering in several states.
Critics say the NEA prioritizes political advocacy over students' interests and call for a re-evaluation of its federal charter.