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San Francisco Teachers Strike for Higher Wages Amid Budget Crisis

2/10/2026

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San Francisco public school teachers began a strike on February 9, 2026, the first in nearly 50 years, affecting 50,000 students.
The United Educators of San Francisco (UESF) demand a 9% raise over two years.
The district offers a 6% raise over three years and cites a $100 million deficit.
Mayor Daniel Lurie and Rep. Nancy Pelosi urged both sides to continue talks.
The union emphasized movement on its demands.

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Story summary

San Francisco public school teachers began a strike on February 9, 2026, the first in nearly 50 years, affecting 50,000 students.
The United Educators of San Francisco (UESF) demand a 9% raise over two years.
The district offers a 6% raise over three years and cites a $100 million deficit.
Mayor Daniel Lurie and Rep. Nancy Pelosi urged both sides to continue talks.
The union emphasized movement on its demands.