Amanda began her career working on publications for the American Association of Museums, where she honed her ability to marry design and editorial into complete reader experiences. Amanda brought her unique perspective to NEA's main membership magazine in the mid-2000s, writing stories on topics from engaging hard-to-reach parents to dressing for success on your first teaching job. Along the way, she served as editor of NEA's magazine for Aspiring Educators for several years, before moving into the realm of federal and state education legislation.
Today, Amanda writes mainly about elections, legislation, and the amazing advocacy of NEA members, focusing on school funding, gun violence, environmental justice, and civics education.
The Latest from Amanda Litvinov
Issues and Action
Issues and Actions
Learn how to rev up your advocacy for students and public schools.
LANDMARK Victory! GPO and WEP repealed
With a win 40 years in the making, NEA secures full retirement benefits for educators.
U.S. House Takes Historic Leap toward Social Security Fairness
Thanks in part to the tireless work of NEA and NEA-Retired, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill to repeal two unfair Social Security provisions known as GPO and WEP.
Educators Find Meaningful Election Wins for Public Education
Though many pro-public education candidates lost their races, there were notable victories. And when education issues were on the ballot, voters chose to protect and strengthen their public schools.
Educators Lead the Charge to Elect Public Education Champions
Over the summer and in the final critical weeks before Election 2024, educators are helping voters see clearly which candidates support public schools.
Cover Story
Election 2024: Education on the Ballot
Everything we want for public schools starts with electing the right leaders.
Feature Article
Arming Teachers Still a Terrible Idea
Two states pass laws to allow teachers to carry concealed weapons, heightening the safety risk to the entire school community.
Feature Article
Winning Streak
How NEA locals are defeating toxic, far-right school board candidates—and yours can too.
Meeting the Challenge of Teaching Climate Change
New NEA resources aim to help educators teach climate change--which more students are demanding and most parents support.
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