American Federation of Teachers President Reacts to Midterm Election Results, Citing Public Education Support

AFT President Randi Weingarten issued a statement on the results of the 2026 midterm elections, asserting that the American people rejected the 'corruption, cruelty, chaos and cost-of-living crisis' and supported candidates who champion public education. Weingarten highlighted that candidates who backed public schools and opposed private school vouchers were victorious in various races.