Dear COLLEAGUE,
When I was elected president of our national union, the AFT, I said that I would hold both positions only temporarily — long enough to ensure a smooth transition for the UFT. I’ve done that for a year now, even though each job is more than full time, deserving 24/7 attention. And while we have accomplished much this last year, the continuing challenges ahead require that both the local and the national unions have full-time presidents.
So, it is with very mixed emotions that I announced today that I will be resigning as the president of the UFT effective July 31. That will enable the Executive Board to elect an interim president to serve until the next union election 10 months from now, and for that person to have time to start the school year off and running. I have no doubt, given our skilled leadership, dedicated staff, and the strength and character of our members that the UFT’s best days are still ahead.
I thank you for the opportunity of serving and representing you and for the opportunity to serve our kids. You have been my finest teachers. I will always be only a phone call away. But this, our largest and greatest local in our largest and greatest city, will always be my home.
Please go here to read my full address to the Delegate Assembly.
Sincerely,
Randi Weingarten
UFT President
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