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 >>]
Diane Gibson with her daughter and husband.Retired Cincinnati Public Schools teacher Diane Gibson shared her testimony during a June field hearing of the Senate Subcommittee on Social Security, Pensions, and Family Policy regarding the Social Security Fairness Act (S. 597). Sen. Sherrod Brown of Ohio conducted the hearing in support of [Read More ->>]
Advocacy for all students. | Credit: Stellalevi / DigitalVision Vectors via Getty ImagesBy Bennett RobleyWhy did I join the union? To help advocate for state teachers and my co-workers at the Regional Institute for Children and Adolescents in Baltimore. RICA is a residential and day treatment program for students ages 11-21 with [Read More ->>]
Gemayel Keyes with colleague LeShawna Coleman, who helped create the Para Pathways program. Photo by Terrell HalseyBy Gemayel KeyesMy teachers made an indelible mark on my life. They made it possible for me to make it through Philadelphia public schools, then find a career there — first as a bus attendant, and then as [Read More ->>]
Elaine JonesElaine Jones dedicated her life to education and activism, leaving a lasting impact both in her career and in retirement. The retired AFT member’s passion for education led her to become deeply involved with the Texas AFL-CIO Scholarship Program.“Elaine’s dedication was evident; she served on our labor council Scholarship [Read More ->>]
Lab professionals employed by Labcorp voted to join OFNHP in May.Kaleigh Sisson is one of more than 400 lab professionals employed by the medical lab services company, Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings, more commonly known as Labcorp, who voted in May to join the Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals [Read More ->>]
Carol Gale, President
Corey Moses, First Vice-President
Stuart Beckford, Second Vice-President
