VP Biden: Stimulus saved teachers’ jobs
The federal stimulus package was good for the nation’s economy, and schools, according to a report released on Oct. 20 by Vice President Joe Biden. The Obama administration released figures showing more than 645,000 full-time jobs so far saved or created. The bulk of those — 325,000 — were in education. Read More...
Special ed complaints surge
When it comes to special education, it seems principals are making excuses again. As of Nov. 9, 705 complaints were logged on the UFT online special education complaint form. Read More...
UFT-backed Council candidates in virtual sweep
Of 49 City Council hopefuls endorsed by the union, 47 were elected to four-year terms on Nov. 3. The union’s choices for city comptroller and public advocate — Councilmen John Liu and Bill de Blasio, respectively — romped to victory. Read More...
UFT gets bank blunder reversed quickly
53,000 members’ pension checks were returned quickly after a horrendous $189 million withdrawal, thanks to UFT and city demands. Read More...

