Teachers' unions find themselves on the defensive in states across the country, as governors and lawmakers press forward with proposals to target job protections and benefits that elected officials contend the public can no longer afford academically or financially. Many of those efforts are being driven by newly elected Republicans, who have…

Questionnaires were mailed to persons who received a baccalaureate degree in home economics education from an Alabama college or university from 1973-77. Data on employment status from the 264 respondents was studied in correlation with information on home economics teacher supply and demand. The tight job market is discussed. (SJL)