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“Just a Bus Driver”: Retha Daniel-Ruth and the Fight to Be Heard

This in-depth profile tells the story of Retha Daniel-Ruth, a dedicated Durham school bus driver and union activist battling to improve working conditions amid a crippling driver shortage. Through Retha’s personal journey — from early mornings behind the wheel to standing up for her coworkers’ dignity and rights — the piece highlights the human impact of an often-overlooked crisis and the struggle for worker voice in public education.