FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 11, 2022
Colorado Education Association Statement on Rep. Ed Perlmutter Retirement
DENVER – Upon hearing the news that Rep. Ed Perlmutter (CD-7) will not seek reelection, the following statement can be attributed to Amie Baca-Oehlert, high school counselor and president of the Colorado Education Association:
“We thank Congressman Ed Perlmutter for his never ending support and advocacy for Colorado’s educators and students.
“From his time in the Colorado state Capitol to the halls of Congress, he was a tireless advocate for public school funding at the local, state and federal levels, outspoken about the importance of special education and worked hard at the federal level to upgrade technology for all schools.
“He understood families, communities and the importance of a strong public school in every neighborhood – and knew every school in his district and many of the parents, educators and students. With his wife, Nancy and sister, Cassie Perlmutter, who are both members of CEA, he was always there to fight for our members and our students.
“We wish Congressman Perlmutter and his family well as they begin their next chapter. We will miss his strong voice in championing public education and advocating for educators, students and families.”
About the Colorado Education Association
The Colorado Education Association is the voice of 39,000 educators, working together in a strong union to ensure all students get the exceptional public schools they deserve, in every neighborhood across the state. As Colorado’s largest labor union, CEA works collectively with all education stakeholders to ensure Colorado’s standing as an excellent state in which to learn, live, work, and raise a family.
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