Hundreds Protest Tennessee Bill Against Undocumented Students' Education Rights

In Indiana, over 500 members of the Indiana State Teachers Association rallied against Senate Bill 1, which could cut $750 million from public schools over three years, risking potential staffing losses and school closures, with educators asserting their commitment to fight for students' futures. Meanwhile, in Tennessee, protests erupted against a controversial bill that would allow public schools to deny a free education to undocumented children, with demonstrators emphasizing that education is a fundamental right. The Tennessee bill faces uncertainty in the legislature, as it has been moved behind the budget, often signaling a bill's demise, despite support from key Republican leaders. Advocates voiced their concerns that this bill challenges a Supreme Court decision mandating equal education access for all students, regardless of immigration status. The collective protests in both states underscore a significant pushback against legislative measures perceived as harmful to public education. Both movements highlight the ongoing struggle for educational equity amid changing political landscapes.