A top official from the Los Angeles teachers union has openly discussed the union’s involvement in a high-stakes state election, urging supporters to mobilize for a candidate running for California’s schools chief. The remarks, captured on camera, highlight the union’s direct engagement in the political process ahead of the November vote. While the union typically avoids explicit endorsements, this public push signals a strategic effort to influence the outcome of the race. The disclosure raises questions about the boundaries between labor advocacy and electoral politics in education policy.
Oops. A honcho with the LA teachers union (UTLA) is saying the quiet part out loud. As the California Post reported: Julie Van Winkle, UTLA AFT vice president and AFT 1021 president, was caught on camera addressing the Nov. 3 election for state schools chief. She urged supporters to help turn out votes for the...
