Educators and First-Responders call on Legislators to focus on real problems

Front-line public workers talk about the importance of their jobs

DES MOINES, IA (01/03/2017)(readMedia)-- DES MOINES – An experienced group of Iowa educators, nurses, fire fighters, police officers, and road crew workers representing the ISEA, SEIU, Firefighters, Teamsters and AFSCME will hold a press conference Thursday calling on the Iowa Legislature to reject attacks on their professions during the coming legislative session and stand up for quality education, health care, and public safety across Iowa.

On Thursday, front-line professionals will share their first-hand perspectives on the integral part their professions play in their communities and state.

WHAT: Press Conference with Iowa's front line workers

WHO: Teachers, Fire Fighters, Law Enforcement Personnel, Nurses, and Road Crew Personnel

WHERE: Iowa State Capitol Building, Room 116

Des Moines, IA

WHEN: Thursday, January 5, 4:00PM

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