Dave Stieber
@dstieber.bsky.social
Chicago Public Schools Social Studies/Poetry Teacher since ‘07, CPS Parent, & Spouse of a CPS Teacher.
Chicago Teachers Union member. Nationally Board Certified (NBCT) and Masters in Ed. Policy. He/Him.
Occasional writer https://davestieber.com/
Chicago Teachers Union member. Nationally Board Certified (NBCT) and Masters in Ed. Policy. He/Him.
Occasional writer https://davestieber.com/
Hilario Dominguez was a CPS student and then CPS teacher. Making him, someone with so many levels of school experience, the next Board of Ed. President makes absolute sense. Vote for educators and people actually involved in the communities NOT billionaire backed privatizers.
September 15, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Hilario Dominguez was a CPS student and then CPS teacher. Making him, someone with so many levels of school experience, the next Board of Ed. President makes absolute sense. Vote for educators and people actually involved in the communities NOT billionaire backed privatizers.
“Juneteenth — June 19th, also known as Emancipation Day — is one of the commemorations of people seizing their freedom in the United States. This beautiful tradition of Black freedom should be taught in school.” @zinnedproject.bsky.social
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Juneteenth: Teaching Outside the Textbook
Juneteenth — June 19th, also known as Emancipation Day — is one of the commemorations of people seizing their freedom from slavery in the United States. Yet, if the right wing has its way, it will be ...
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June 19, 2026 at 2:36 PM
“Juneteenth — June 19th, also known as Emancipation Day — is one of the commemorations of people seizing their freedom in the United States. This beautiful tradition of Black freedom should be taught in school.” @zinnedproject.bsky.social
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www.zinnedproject.org/news/junetee...
Illinois Gov. Pritzker wants to run for President but our state is in it’s 10th year of not fully funding public education and “most school districts in Illinois are still significantly underfunded.” @govpritzker.illinois.gov
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Schools to get funding increase, but less than some had urged
Article Summary Illinois lawmakers approved a budget after 4 a.m. Monday that includes the full $350 million increase in Evidence-Based
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June 1, 2026 at 12:44 PM
Illinois Gov. Pritzker wants to run for President but our state is in it’s 10th year of not fully funding public education and “most school districts in Illinois are still significantly underfunded.” @govpritzker.illinois.gov
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All of the Chicago Public School budget issues can be traced to the fact that @govpritzker.illinois.gov loves to be progressive on everything besides fully funding public education in Illinois.
May 21, 2026 at 12:57 PM
All of the Chicago Public School budget issues can be traced to the fact that @govpritzker.illinois.gov loves to be progressive on everything besides fully funding public education in Illinois.
Some people like to insinuate that Mayor Johnson or Stacy Davis Gates can’t be trusted with money and budgets BUT then clowns like Juan Rangel and Paul Vallas prove that they are the ones who actually can’t be trusted…#AntiBlackness
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Former Chicago mayoral candidate Paul Vallas fined $214,000 by ethics board for campaign finance violations
The Chicago Board of Ethics says the candidate improperly accepted $202,000 from 12 city contractors, far exceeding the city’s $1,500 annual donation limit.
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May 13, 2026 at 12:21 PM
Some people like to insinuate that Mayor Johnson or Stacy Davis Gates can’t be trusted with money and budgets BUT then clowns like Juan Rangel and Paul Vallas prove that they are the ones who actually can’t be trusted…#AntiBlackness
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On this Mother’s Day, we honor the mothers who raised us to be educators, leaders, and freedom fighters. Whether you birthed us, raised us, mentored us, or stood by our side, you taught us the most important lessons in life. Happy Mother's Day to the women who shaped the people we are today. 💐
May 10, 2026 at 1:00 PM
On this Mother’s Day, we honor the mothers who raised us to be educators, leaders, and freedom fighters. Whether you birthed us, raised us, mentored us, or stood by our side, you taught us the most important lessons in life. Happy Mother's Day to the women who shaped the people we are today. 💐
“A growing movement of workers…is uniting against the billionaires in control of our government to defend free and fair elections and our basic rights to free speech, civil rights, labor organizing, and immigrant protections.” @inthesetimes.com #MayDay
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Why It’s More Important Than Ever To Learn About May Day
A broad coalition is organizing nationwide actions this May Day to support workers’ rights, protect democracy and demand an end to billionaire rule.
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May 1, 2026 at 12:37 PM
“A growing movement of workers…is uniting against the billionaires in control of our government to defend free and fair elections and our basic rights to free speech, civil rights, labor organizing, and immigrant protections.” @inthesetimes.com #MayDay
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“We are still fighting for a world in which every person who works for a living can afford to take time off to rest, spend time with their loved ones, and enjoy their lives.” Mayor Johnson #MayDay
We Recommit to the Long Struggle of the Labor Movement
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We Recommit to the Long Struggle of the Labor Movement
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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson: On May Day, We Recommit to the Long Struggle of the Labor Movement
"We are still fighting for a world in which every person who works for a living can afford to take time off to rest, spend time with their loved ones, and enjoy their lives."
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April 28, 2026 at 12:56 PM
“We are still fighting for a world in which every person who works for a living can afford to take time off to rest, spend time with their loved ones, and enjoy their lives.” Mayor Johnson #MayDay
We Recommit to the Long Struggle of the Labor Movement
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We Recommit to the Long Struggle of the Labor Movement
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Last March, millions hit the streets worldwide to say No Kings. Now, with May Day fast approaching, people are looking for what’s next. So on May 1st, don’t work, don’t go to school, and don’t give big corporations a single cent. Join the fight this May Day!
April 22, 2026 at 7:26 PM
Last March, millions hit the streets worldwide to say No Kings. Now, with May Day fast approaching, people are looking for what’s next. So on May 1st, don’t work, don’t go to school, and don’t give big corporations a single cent. Join the fight this May Day!
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Let's be clear: The Trump Admin's vendetta against the SPLC is a sign of how impactful their work is.
The SPLC has been at the forefront of exposing some of America's most notorious hate groups, like the KKK. The fact that the Trump Admin feels threatened by that speaks volumes.
The SPLC has been at the forefront of exposing some of America's most notorious hate groups, like the KKK. The fact that the Trump Admin feels threatened by that speaks volumes.
Southern Poverty Law Center indicted on charges that it fraudulently paid informants in extremist groups
The head of the civil rights organization said the group was "outraged by the false allegations" leveled against it.
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April 21, 2026 at 11:40 PM
Let's be clear: The Trump Admin's vendetta against the SPLC is a sign of how impactful their work is.
The SPLC has been at the forefront of exposing some of America's most notorious hate groups, like the KKK. The fact that the Trump Admin feels threatened by that speaks volumes.
The SPLC has been at the forefront of exposing some of America's most notorious hate groups, like the KKK. The fact that the Trump Admin feels threatened by that speaks volumes.
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Ah, so the SPLC violated the How Dare You Be Mean To Nazis Law
BREAKING: The Southern Poverty Law Center says it faces investigation by Justice Department over past use of paid informants to infiltrate extremist groups.
Southern Poverty Law Center says it faces a criminal investigation by the Justice Department
The Southern Poverty Law Center says it’s the subject of a Justice Department criminal investigation and faces possible charges over its use of paid informants to infiltrate extremist groups.
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April 21, 2026 at 1:42 PM
Ah, so the SPLC violated the How Dare You Be Mean To Nazis Law
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We were founded as Iraq Veterans Against the War over the devastation we saw with our own eyes when Bush claimed we were going to liberate the people of Iraq and protect Americans. That war is now referred to as a blunder but it was a crime just like this War on Iran is now. /1
February 28, 2026 at 3:47 PM
We were founded as Iraq Veterans Against the War over the devastation we saw with our own eyes when Bush claimed we were going to liberate the people of Iraq and protect Americans. That war is now referred to as a blunder but it was a crime just like this War on Iran is now. /1
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67 veterans & military family were arrested as we called for #nowaroniran — but we're not backing down. Donate to support #vetsagainstfascism bit.ly/4evCnMy 📹 Stephen Olson, Ian Segears
April 22, 2026 at 4:39 PM
67 veterans & military family were arrested as we called for #nowaroniran — but we're not backing down. Donate to support #vetsagainstfascism bit.ly/4evCnMy 📹 Stephen Olson, Ian Segears
CPS has started using Trump lite language in regards to teaching about #MayDay in their comms. What’s the “diverse perspectives” on May Day? That workers should have never got an 8 hour workday, that no one should have weekends off, that Lucy Parsons wasn’t a good labor leader…
April 23, 2026 at 12:44 PM
CPS has started using Trump lite language in regards to teaching about #MayDay in their comms. What’s the “diverse perspectives” on May Day? That workers should have never got an 8 hour workday, that no one should have weekends off, that Lucy Parsons wasn’t a good labor leader…
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My 8th grade history fair paper topic was the Haymarket Affair! Wonder if I still have it somewhere in a box....
Teaching about #MayDay shouldn’t get you on Fox News it should be celebrated. May Day is American history and Chicago History specifically. “On May 1, 1886, 80,000 workers marched up Michigan Avenue in Chicago…”
Learn your history-The Haymarket Affair
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Learn your history-The Haymarket Affair
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The Haymarket Affair — Illinois Labor History Society
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April 17, 2026 at 1:51 PM
My 8th grade history fair paper topic was the Haymarket Affair! Wonder if I still have it somewhere in a box....
New piece in the Tribune via Stacy Davis Gates on behalf of 30,000 Chicago Public Educators
“Schools are the anchors of community, the propellers of our democracy & a centerpiece of city planning for any thriving, safe and welcoming neighborhood…”
www.chicagotribune.com/2026/04/19/o...
“Schools are the anchors of community, the propellers of our democracy & a centerpiece of city planning for any thriving, safe and welcoming neighborhood…”
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Chicago 2050: Stacy Davis Gates writes on how CPS will be rooted in sustainability in 25 years
Schools are not just places of education. They are the anchors of a community, the propellers of our democracy and a centerpiece of city planning.
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April 20, 2026 at 12:50 PM
New piece in the Tribune via Stacy Davis Gates on behalf of 30,000 Chicago Public Educators
“Schools are the anchors of community, the propellers of our democracy & a centerpiece of city planning for any thriving, safe and welcoming neighborhood…”
www.chicagotribune.com/2026/04/19/o...
“Schools are the anchors of community, the propellers of our democracy & a centerpiece of city planning for any thriving, safe and welcoming neighborhood…”
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May Day is necessary because working people, students, and our communities are under attack.
CTU Executive Board Member Bridget Doherty says May 1 is International Workers Day and in 2026, it’s global day of action.
Get involved at chicagomayday.org/
CTU Executive Board Member Bridget Doherty says May 1 is International Workers Day and in 2026, it’s global day of action.
Get involved at chicagomayday.org/
April 16, 2026 at 10:01 PM
May Day is necessary because working people, students, and our communities are under attack.
CTU Executive Board Member Bridget Doherty says May 1 is International Workers Day and in 2026, it’s global day of action.
Get involved at chicagomayday.org/
CTU Executive Board Member Bridget Doherty says May 1 is International Workers Day and in 2026, it’s global day of action.
Get involved at chicagomayday.org/
Teaching about #MayDay shouldn’t get you on Fox News it should be celebrated. May Day is American history and Chicago History specifically. “On May 1, 1886, 80,000 workers marched up Michigan Avenue in Chicago…”
Learn your history-The Haymarket Affair
www.illinoislaborhistory.org/the-haymarke...
Learn your history-The Haymarket Affair
www.illinoislaborhistory.org/the-haymarke...
The Haymarket Affair — Illinois Labor History Society
www.illinoislaborhistory.org
April 17, 2026 at 12:42 PM
Teaching about #MayDay shouldn’t get you on Fox News it should be celebrated. May Day is American history and Chicago History specifically. “On May 1, 1886, 80,000 workers marched up Michigan Avenue in Chicago…”
Learn your history-The Haymarket Affair
www.illinoislaborhistory.org/the-haymarke...
Learn your history-The Haymarket Affair
www.illinoislaborhistory.org/the-haymarke...
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Dr. David Stovall joined us to discuss his bookEngineered Conflict—and grounded us in the legacy of the April 1, 2016 one-day strike for our futures.
When we center the people most impacted, we can change everything—schools, housing, and our city.
When we center the people most impacted, we can change everything—schools, housing, and our city.
April 10, 2026 at 8:40 PM
Dr. David Stovall joined us to discuss his bookEngineered Conflict—and grounded us in the legacy of the April 1, 2016 one-day strike for our futures.
When we center the people most impacted, we can change everything—schools, housing, and our city.
When we center the people most impacted, we can change everything—schools, housing, and our city.
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At a national May Day Strong meeting, unions including UEW, SEIU, and NNU aligned around one call: No Work. No School. No Shopping.
With growing threats to our democracy, we have to show our power on May Day.
Read more: bit.ly/4t7RWPc
With growing threats to our democracy, we have to show our power on May Day.
Read more: bit.ly/4t7RWPc
April 10, 2026 at 10:38 PM
At a national May Day Strong meeting, unions including UEW, SEIU, and NNU aligned around one call: No Work. No School. No Shopping.
With growing threats to our democracy, we have to show our power on May Day.
Read more: bit.ly/4t7RWPc
With growing threats to our democracy, we have to show our power on May Day.
Read more: bit.ly/4t7RWPc
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Millions are rising on May 1 to stand up for democracy and reclaim our future.
As educators, this is our civic duty.
We teach. We organize. We act.
Join us at chicagomayday.org/
As educators, this is our civic duty.
We teach. We organize. We act.
Join us at chicagomayday.org/
April 11, 2026 at 5:45 PM
Millions are rising on May 1 to stand up for democracy and reclaim our future.
As educators, this is our civic duty.
We teach. We organize. We act.
Join us at chicagomayday.org/
As educators, this is our civic duty.
We teach. We organize. We act.
Join us at chicagomayday.org/
It seems educators that if you dare teach the truth about #MayDay, Lucy Parsons, & how workers matter Fox News will attack…because fascism…
“Inside teachers' union May Day 'dress rehearsal' critics warn will 'groom' students into Dem 'foot soldiers'”
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“Inside teachers' union May Day 'dress rehearsal' critics warn will 'groom' students into Dem 'foot soldiers'”
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Inside teachers' union May Day 'dress rehearsal' critics warn will 'groom' students into Dem 'foot soldiers'
Chicago Teachers Union and NEA pushed a May Day protest curriculum in a recent webinar, prompting watchdogs to allege political indoctrination targeting students as young as three.
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April 16, 2026 at 12:49 PM
It seems educators that if you dare teach the truth about #MayDay, Lucy Parsons, & how workers matter Fox News will attack…because fascism…
“Inside teachers' union May Day 'dress rehearsal' critics warn will 'groom' students into Dem 'foot soldiers'”
www.foxnews.com/politics/ins...
“Inside teachers' union May Day 'dress rehearsal' critics warn will 'groom' students into Dem 'foot soldiers'”
www.foxnews.com/politics/ins...
Chicago Weds. April 8th 6pm
April 8, 2026 at 12:46 PM
Chicago Weds. April 8th 6pm
“Staley has always understood optics and grasped the bigger picture. She knows the weight her words carry. She also has an acute awareness, as a Black head coach, that she doesn’t only represent herself in public spaces.”
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Dawn Staley's remarks on rival's outburst reflect a restraint familiar to Black women - Andscape
Dawn Staley’s restraint highlights the double standard for Black women who constantly take the high road in times that warrant the opposite.
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April 5, 2026 at 3:36 PM
“Staley has always understood optics and grasped the bigger picture. She knows the weight her words carry. She also has an acute awareness, as a Black head coach, that she doesn’t only represent herself in public spaces.”
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🚨📺 @mayorofchicago.bsky.social on the push to overturn the One Fair Wage ordinance: We had an 83% renewal for [restaurant] business licenses. There's a way in which we can continue to grow and build businesses while also making sure we're taking care of our workers.
March 16, 2026 at 9:21 PM
🚨📺 @mayorofchicago.bsky.social on the push to overturn the One Fair Wage ordinance: We had an 83% renewal for [restaurant] business licenses. There's a way in which we can continue to grow and build businesses while also making sure we're taking care of our workers.