They've left the classroom because they feel like this state walked out on them and is disrespecting them, not paying them. We have schools shutting down all over this state despite the fact that our Property taxes have gone up 85% under Greg Abbott. Our Texas public schools are enshrined in our Texas constitution as being essential to our liberties. They are Friday night lights. They are the largest employer in our counties. (01:04–01:10)
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Asserts that property taxes in Texas have increased by 85% during Greg Abbott's tenure.
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