The Legacy of Barbara Madeloni
Barbara Madeloni’s presidency of the Massachusetts Teachers Association has come to an end. Her tenure offers lessons for reformers who want their unions to fight for the entire working class.
Dan Clawson is a member of the board of directors of the Massachusetts Teachers Association, and is co-chair of the MTA’s education policy committee. His views and opinions do not necessarily reflect those of the MTA.
Barbara Madeloni’s presidency of the Massachusetts Teachers Association has come to an end. Her tenure offers lessons for reformers who want their unions to fight for the entire working class.
A draconian proposal threatened Massachusetts teachers. Here’s how they defeated it.