National Education Association Unions' Political Influence Under Scrutiny

## Political Activities
The National Education Association (NEA), the country's largest teachers union, has faced increasing scrutiny for its political activities and influence. Critics argue that the NEA has amassed significant political power, using it to pursue a radical social and economic agenda rather than focusing on educational issues. This criticism intensified during the COVID-19 pandemic, when the NEA's responses to school reopenings and educational policies were seen as politically motivated rather than education-focused ^1^.

## Reform Efforts
In response to these criticisms, the STUDENT Act has been proposed to reform the NEA's federal charter, requiring the union to be less partisan and more accountable. This legislation aims to ensure that the NEA returns to its original mission of promoting education rather than advancing a political agenda. The act seeks to reduce the union's influence on political matters and increase transparency in its operations ^1^.

Author: Scott Fitzgerald
Source: [Fox News](https://www.foxnews.com/opinion/we-cant-abolish-americas-largest-teachers-union-congress-can-do-something-else)