Jess speaks to Illawarra teachers

On Monday August 2, Jess addressed the 'meet the candidates' forum organised by the Illawarra Teachers Association. Present were teachers from local schools and TAFE. Others speakers included the Greens' George Takacs and the ALP's Sharon Bird. Philip Clifford from the Liberal Party didn't show up.
Jess explained her support for a universal, free education system including TAFE. She advocated the abolition of TAFE fees and the student loans scheme because students should have a guaranteed income above the poverty line. She condemned the federal government cuts of $50 million to NSW TAFE and the ongoing privatisation of our education system.
Jess highlighted Socialist Alliance's opposition to the My Schools website and league tables. She argued everyone should have access to education regardless of wealth and background. For more information on SA's education policy visit http://www.socialist-alliance.org/page.php?page=195