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Chicago Teachers Union

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The Chicago teachers’ strike isn’t just about kids – it’s about union power too

By Bradley D. Marianno and Katharine O. Strunk | October 24, 2019

Teachers’ unions often say they go on strike to improve conditions for students. A closer look at recent walkouts suggests they are also fighting for something else: membership.

Perspectives: The Powers That Be
CTU strike 2012

EXPLAINER: This is how the Chicago teachers contract talks broke down

By Curtis Black | October 16, 2019

Despite common ground with Mayor Lori Lightfoot, disagreement on Chicago Public Schools’ financial position and who manages control over staffing decisions is pushing the teachers union to strike.

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All Chicago Public Schools’ educators want is everything that our students deserve

By Dave Stieber | September 20, 2019

I would rather teach and be in the classroom but I’m ready to strike — for every single one of my students, for all my future students and my two sons in CPS.

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Rahm Emanuel tries his hand at fiction. And the media is buying it.

By Curtis Black | May 16, 2019

In a media misinformation blitz, the outgoing mayor rewrites his record on police reform and schools.

Education

In wake of Chicago charter strikes, a movement to advance ‘sanctuary schools’

By Camille Erickson | April 2, 2019

New contracts at Acero and the Chicago International Charter School network enshrine protections for undocumented students and take steps toward stronger bilingual services and increasing teacher diversity.

Chicago Election 2019

In Chicago’s 37th Ward, longtime incumbent faces new blood and new ideas

By Josh McGhee | February 22, 2019

Emma Mitts is facing challengers who are seeing support in the West Side ward, slated to become the site of a controversial new police academy.

Chicago Election 2019

Here’s what you should know about the millions fueling Chicago’s aldermanic races

By Jonah Newman | February 22, 2019

Rahm and J.B. are the leading donors; unions play an outsized role; your cable bill may be paying to support your alderman; and more.

Perspectives: The Powers That Be
City Hall

Could Burke, Solis scandals help usher more progressives into City Hall?

By Curtis Black | February 15, 2019

Although they’re behind incumbents in funding, young progressives are getting major political support to replace some of the most powerful players in City Council.

Perspectives: The Powers That Be

On schools, Chicago’s next mayor should really listen to the community

By Curtis Black | September 27, 2018

The failures of Rahm Emanuel’s education policies show the need for an elected school board and more accountability.

Perspectives: The Powers That Be

After Janus decision, what’s next for Illinois’ public sector unions?

By Curtis Black | June 28, 2018

Unions are facing a new political landscape, but state workers have every reason to stick with them, union leaders say.

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