The Morning Brew: Teachers lay down the law
Oklahoma teachers are poised for a walkout
Oklahoma's largest teacher union says "schools will shut down" if a pay raise for teachers is not approved by April 23.
“We have to be really smart and really strategic, and we have to give the (state) Legislature time to pass something,” said David DuVall, executive director of the Oklahoma Education Association, which announced the deadline on Tuesday.
The idea of a statewide teacher walkout has been gaining momentum during recent weeks through discussions and pushes on social media.
Matt Patterson has been with The Oklahoman since 2006. Prior to joining the news staff in 2010, Patterson worked in The Oklahoman's sports department for five years. He previously worked at The Lawton Constitution and The Edmond Sun.... Read more ›