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AFT President Randi Weingarten shared a message of hope, reassurance and pride with Equality Florida's All Together Now conference this morning in Orlando: “Be that beacon. Be that ally. Be that example of how wonderful it is to be who we are—whoever we are—honestly and proudly.” | AFT

AFT President Randi Weingarten shared a message of hope, reassurance and pride with Equality Florida's All Together Now conference this morning in Orlando: “Be that beacon. Be that ally. Be that example of how wonderful it is to be who we are—whoever we are—honestly and proudly.” | AFT

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Corporate greed, skyrocketing costs, and predatory lenders are crushing our families and driving educators out of the profession. Join AFT President Randi Weingarten, Rep. Maxwell Frost, Protect Borrowers and the Debt Collection Lab live from Orlando as we expose the shocking reality of the affordability crisis and launch a massive new campaign to fight back. We’re releasing new data from 7,500 members that proves just how deep this crisis goes—and unveiling the tools we’re going to use to fix i

Corporate greed, skyrocketing costs, and predatory lenders are crushing our families and driving educators out of the profession. Join AFT President Randi Weingarten, Rep. Maxwell Frost, Protect Borrowers and the Debt Collection Lab live from Orlando as we expose the shocking reality of the affordability crisis and launch a massive new campaign to fight back. We’re releasing new data from 7,500 members that proves just how deep this crisis goes—and unveiling the tools we’re going to use to fix i

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AFT President on using AI in the classroom: The human can never be substituted by the machine

AFT President on using AI in the classroom: The human can never be substituted by the machine

In response to thousands of members who took the AFT’s debt survey, we’ve launched a new campaign: Fight for Affordability. Watch AFT President Randi Weingarten and allies share the survey results and announce new tools to help AFT members navigate debt at a press conference in Orlando yesterday. | AFT

In response to thousands of members who took the AFT’s debt survey, we’ve launched a new campaign: Fight for Affordability. Watch AFT President Randi Weingarten and allies share the survey results and announce new tools to help AFT members navigate debt at a press conference in Orlando yesterday. | AFT

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We asked our members about the challenges they face and this is what we heard back from them. Their stories are tough to hear. We are talking about the reality in 2026 for the people who educate our children, work in healthcare and are public servants. AFT President Randi Weingarten isn't using hyperbole here; she is citing the data from over 7,500 AFT members. The administration wants to talk about "macroeconomics" and "tariff adjustments." But here is the micro-reality they are ignoring: Educa

We asked our members about the challenges they face and this is what we heard back from them. Their stories are tough to hear. We are talking about the reality in 2026 for the people who educate our children, work in healthcare and are public servants. AFT President Randi Weingarten isn't using hyperbole here; she is citing the data from over 7,500 AFT members. The administration wants to talk about "macroeconomics" and "tariff adjustments." But here is the micro-reality they are ignoring: Educa

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AFT President Randi Weingarten was on CNN discussing how we can reopen schools safely. | AFT

AFT President Randi Weingarten was on CNN discussing how we can reopen schools safely. | AFT

21.1K viewsJul 6, 2020

The Biden-Harris administration is proudly pro-worker, pro-public education and pro-democracy, and the AFT is proud to endorse Joe Biden and Kamala Harris for the 2024 Democratic primary. Following an extensive member consultation process, our union’s executive council voted unanimously in favor of a resolution to endorse Biden and Harris because of their profound understanding of the issues facing working families and their impassioned commitment to using government to help make people’s lives

The Biden-Harris administration is proudly pro-worker, pro-public education and pro-democracy, and the AFT is proud to endorse Joe Biden and Kamala Harris for the 2024 Democratic primary. Following an extensive member consultation process, our union’s executive council voted unanimously in favor of a resolution to endorse Biden and Harris because of their profound understanding of the issues facing working families and their impassioned commitment to using government to help make people’s lives

151.8K viewsJun 16, 2023

This week, AFT President Randi Weingarten reflects on the legacy of MLK while speaking to the horrors we’re seeing in Minnesota. AFT is working to lift up our communities—from standing in solidarity with those facing violence to turning paraprofessionals into teachers in PA to fighting the crushing weight of debt. | AFT

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AFT President Randi Weingarten was a guest on The Katie Phang Show. She explained how gutting the Department of Education would deny opportunities to millions of kids and instead give tax breaks to billionaires. Watch the full segment. | AFT

1.4K viewsMar 8, 2025

Watch AFT President Randi Weingarten give the State of Our Union. #AFT100 | AFT

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WATCH: AFT President Randi Weingarten joins SiriusXM Progress’ Dean Obeidallah to discuss the attacks on the Department of Education—and what’s behind them. | AFT

865 viewsMar 12, 2025

AFT President Randi Weingarten and former Governor & DNC Chair Howard Dean joined Ari Melber on MSNBC to discuss the economy, government, labor, and education. | AFT

1.3K viewsMar 13, 2025

In this crucial presidential election, AFT President, Randi Weingarten highlights the stark contrasts between candidates: hope and opportunity with Kamala Harris vs. chaos and division with Donald Trump. Your vote matters! #AFTvotes | AFT

1.5K viewsOct 21, 2024

From Washington, D.C., AFT President Weingarten delivers a powerful message at the #NoKings day of action. As Americans across the country rise up peacefully to defend democracy, dignity and opportunity, she reminds us what this movement is about: that we are a nation governed by laws, not by one man—and that promise of America belongs to ALL of us. Weingarten calls on everyone to stand together—across differences, across communities—to fight for a future rooted in fairness, freedom and a voice

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AFT President Randi Weingarten joined Michael Steele on MSNBC the day President Trump signed an executive order aiming to dismantle the Department of Education. They discussed the devastating consequences of abandoning the federal role in education—from slashing vital school funding to disrupting the student loan system. “This isn’t just about money,” Weingarten says. “It’s an assault on knowledge, on curiosity, on innovation—on everything our kids need to succeed.” | AFT

1.4K viewsMar 21, 2025

AFT President Randi Weingarten speaks to thousands of educators, healthcare professionals, and public service employees. | AFT

247 viewsJul 27, 2024

AFT President Weingarten lays out the stakes for schools with universal voucher programs in their states at the Congressional Black Caucus 53 Annual Legislative Conference | AFT

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It's time to hold Wall Street accountable. That's why AFT President Randi Weingarten joined Reverend Al Sharpton, Martin Luther King III, & more to #MarchOnWallStreet. | AFT

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Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Gov. Wes Moore, and AFT President Randi Weingarten highlight the crucial role of experiential learning in fostering critical thinking skills, emphasizing its importance in equipping students to navigate the nuances of discerning truth in today’s world. | AFT

109 viewsMar 29, 2024

WATCH: AFT President Randi Weingarten joined Ana Cabrera on MS NOW News to talk about how the Trump administration dismantling the Department of Education will hurt our students and schools. "It's not about politics here. It's about how we help kids have a future, and they're just abandoning it." | AFT

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Why do fascists fear teachers? AFT President Randi Weingarten took this critical question to San Juan for a powerful conversation with educators and community members. As Randi says, there is a drive to want the promise of a better future for our children—a promise we must fight for everywhere. | AFT

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Check out AFT President Randi Weingarten's weekly report: ✅ Contract wins in Oregon averting a strike in Minneapolis ✅ Literacy work in St. Louis ✅ Day of service in Puerto Rico ✅ Solidarity with NYC paras and striking Starbucks baristas ✅ Defending higher ed and securing student debt relief | AFT

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AFT President Randi Weingarten discusses the strengths VP Kamala Harris brings to the general election, why unions are so excited about her candidacy, and what Harris is looking for in a governing partner. | AFT

282 viewsAug 3, 2024

In this week’s recap video, AFT President Randi Weingarten shares how AFT is fighting for members from solidarity in the streets in Minnesota to victories in the courtroom protecting federal funding for public schools. Watch here ⤵️ | AFT

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Corpus Christi's AFT President detained during protest in Washington D.C.

AFT President Randi Weingarten at the ‘ICE Out of Minnesota’ Rally Joined by a broad coalition of faith leaders, educators, and community members, AFT President Randi Weingarten spoke at the “ICE Out of Minnesota” rally on 1/23/26. In a powerful display of unity, the crowd peacefully marched in subzero temperatures and then came together to rally against ICE’s violence. Weingarten said the community is showing that “Minnesota Nice” is about courage and compassion, and she urged everyone to stand

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In her final Weekly Report of 2025, AFT President Randi Weingarten discusses the scourge of gun violence and economic pinch families are feeling. But she also shares a message of hope—when we organize, we rise. AFT welcomed thousands of new members this year, and we’re fighting to bend the arc toward justice. See you in 2026! | AFT

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A @spectrumnews1tx update from Texas AFT President Zeph Capo | Texas AFT

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WATCH: AFT President Randi Weingarten joined ABC News to discuss Trump's plans to dismantle the Department of Education. "It’s not saving money. It’s just basically eviscerating the services." | AFT

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From the picket line to the ballot box—solidarity works! Check out AFT President Randi Weingarten’s weekly report: ✅ New members in VT and OH plus first contracts in Boston and MD 📚 Columbus Library workers filing for a union election ✊ Collective bargaining restored in UT 🏥 Solidarity with striking healthcare workers in OR | AFT

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