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Why the American Federation of Teachers is authorizing coronavirus safety strikes

The second-largest teachers union in the country, the American Federation of Teachers, is backing safety strikes as a last resort for local educators who feel school districts aren't implementing proper health and safety measures. Randi Weingarten, the president of the AFT, spoke to CBSN's Tanya Rivero about what needs to be done to make schooling safe for teachers, students and staff.
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