May 12, 2011 Rally and March - City Hall

The transcript is a passionate speech criticizing financial priorities, such as funding for Wall Street and wars, while neglecting public needs like living wages and education. The speaker calls for political action against Mayor Bloomberg, urging the community and city council to pass the budget and empower the people. Emphasizing the power of parents in public schools, the speaker rallies against teacher layoffs, advocating for community involvement and action to address these issues.

What does the speaker criticize about the allocation of funds?

• Funds are being used for education.

• Funds are being used for environmental projects.

• Funds are being used for healthcare.

• Funds are being used for Wall Street and wars.

What action does the speaker suggest regarding Bloomberg?

• Elect Bloomberg for another term.

• Lay off Bloomberg.

• Ignore Bloomberg's budget proposals.

• Support Bloomberg's policies.

What power does the speaker emphasize the city council has?

• The power to increase taxes.

• The power to stand up to the mayor.

• The power to reduce public transport fares.

• The power to change school curriculums.

Who does the speaker refer to as a 'sleeping giant'?

• The teachers of New York City.

• The business community.

• The city council members.

• The parents of public school children.

What is the speaker's stance on teacher layoffs in New York City?

• They support the layoffs.

• They are indifferent to the layoffs.

• They strongly oppose the layoffs.

• They believe layoffs are necessary for budget cuts.