Randi Weingarten
Rhonda "Randi" Weingarten is an American labor leader, attorney, and educator who has served since 2008 as president of the American Federation of Teachers (AFT), an affiliate of the AFL–CIO. A former president of New York City’s United Federation of Teachers (UFT), she previously worked as the union’s chief negotiator and counsel and taught social studies at Clara Barton High School. She is widely noted as the first openly gay person elected to lead a national American labor union.1
761 posts tracked · 44 stories in 30 days
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Democrats sweep Texas governor and down-ballot races
Grouped with voices who said: This is an opening for pro-education reforms
I shared my thoughts on why it's encouraging that new governors like Gina Hinojosa are pushing back on vouchers—but also the opportunities they have to improve reading, protect…View on Bluesky
Democrats win House and Senate majorities in midterm elections
Grouped with voices who said: Democrats must now deliver on affordability and accountability
With new Democratic majorities in both the House and Senate, Americans want #AccountabilityandAffordability. Working people want to see legislation around the cost of living…View on Bluesky
Trump names Stephen Miller White House Chief of Staff
Grouped with voices who said: Miller's appointment rewards cruelty and extremism
Stephen Miller drove Trump's immigration crackdown, spreading fear among families. Now he's getting even more power as White House chief of staff. Kids deserve to feel safe at…View on Bluesky
Democrats sweep Texas midterms, flipping state blue
Grouped with voices who said: Democrats must now deliver for voters
A million people could gain health insurance in Texas after Democrats’ win. Elections Matter. www.vox.com/health/50906...View on Bluesky
Democrats sweep 2025 state and midterm elections nationwide
Grouped with voices who said: Voters rejected Trump's costs and corruption
Voters rejected corruption, cruelty, chaos, and the cost-of-living crisis. Elected leaders must now create economic opportunities for everybody to have a better life. Stay tuned…View on Bluesky
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Education 214 · Elections & Campaigns 208 · Economy & Trade 49 · Healthcare 41 · AI & Technology 40 · Immigration 28
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