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Randi Weingarten with Michael Mulgrew and Karen Lewis

AFT reaches a big milestone

At 100, we remain committed to educational opportunity and advancing economic, racial and social justice.

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Rally for Detroit schools

Detroit schools under attack

In the middle of the night, Michigan House passes legislation that fails students, families and educators.

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Help pick our 2016 Everyday Heroes

The AFT has some amazing members in all our divisions so read about them and vote today.

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AFT Convention 1920

AFT’s most iconic photos

For the AFT’s 100th anniversary, help us pick the one photo that you think best showcases our union’s history.

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American Educator cover graphic

Focusing on Student Engagement

The spring issue of American Educator explores the benefits of performance-based assessment.

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More than half of unaccompanied children who seek refuge in the U.S. do not have legal representation in court. Support the Fair Day in Court for Kids Act, which will provide counsel to children and vulnerable individuals in deportation proceedings.

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AFT is Reclaiming the Promise

Join educators, parents, students, civic leaders and community members to reclaim the promise of public education.

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Randi's Corner

News and resources from the office of the president

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from AFT President Randi Weingarten

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