Are we becoming an increasingly dis-United States? Extremist politicians exploit anger and resentment, many traditional and social media outlets fuel grievances and distrust of “the other,” and, despite the strong [Read More >>]
Dear friend,As I reflect on this year, I am so grateful for AFT members and allies like you. You make a difference in people’s lives every day, through all of [Read More >>]
It’s not too late to preserve American democracy — yetLet’s start with a thought experiment: A candidate for president is asked to reassure voters that he has no plans to abuse his [Read More >>]
It’s a head-spinning time to be an educator in the United States. From the difficulties of teaching during a pandemic, to getting caught in the crosshairs of culture wars, to [Read More >>]
This message was sent as an email to AFT members and allies.This Labor Day, Americans are giving unions a thumbs-up. It’s not just the hot labor summer, it’s the union advantage — workers [Read More >>]
Getty Images/iStockphotoBy Randi Weingarten and Crystal FitzSimonsParents and teachers know that children can’t learn on an empty stomach. Yet that’s what they’re facing if the U.S. Department of Agriculture doesn’t act immediately to release funds for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. Millions of schoolchildren across the country will go to [Read More ->>]
Editor’s note: The AFT is expanding our speakers bureau. If you would like to participate, please share your story with us at aftvoices@aft.org.By Catharyne HendersonI am not the person you’d expect to find on the steps of the U.S. Capitol, firing up a crowd at a press conference before the [Read More ->>]
porcorex/iStock/Getty Images PlusBy Bethany GizziAs a college professor, I never thought I’d be writing warning labels — for anything. Now, after 28 years of teaching, that’s exactly what I’ve done.Now: amidst ongoing nationwide debates about women’s and LGBTQIA+ rights; diversity, equity and inclusion curricula; and the principles of academic freedom and free speech on college [Read More ->>]
FG Trade/GettyBy Matthew ButlerEditor’s note:On Oct. 1, 2025, the federal government shut down because Congress could not come to an agreement over the budget; the stalemate continues as of this publication. The sticking point is healthcare funds that Republicans are determined to leave out, and Democrats recognize as crucial for millions [Read More ->>]
Kathy Schmidt at an August 2025 rally for Kaiser workers.Kathy Schmidt grew up in a union household and went on to make her own mark as a labor leader who helped transform healthcare-sector unionism from the 1980s onward. From 2001 to 2009, Schmidt was the national coordinator for the Coalition of [Read More ->>]
Carol Gale, President
Corey Moses, First Vice-President
Stuart Beckford, Second Vice-President
