PHILADELPHIA (November 6, 2024) – Following is a statement from Arthur Steinberg, president of the Philadelphia Federation of Teachers (PFT) and AFT Pennsylvania, on the path forward for educators following the 2024 general election:
“Last night was a startling disappointment and setback for public education, for organized labor, and for our democracy. Like millions of Americans, our members are sad, angry, and frightened for the future of our Commonwealth and our nation.
"As a union of education professionals, we are proud of the historic efforts we made in this election to defend and advance