Strike for Our Students!

A recent deal brokered between the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) and Mayor Brandon Johnson is under scrutiny for allegedly failing to address the critical needs of teachers and students within the Chicago Public Schools system. The agreement is criticized for prioritizing political expediency over substantive improvements in education. Key areas of concern include inadequate resources for classrooms, insufficient support for special education programs, and a lack of meaningful measures to address the teacher shortage plaguing the district. Critics argue the agreement contains loopholes and vague promises that allow the city to avoid making substantial financial commitments to the school system. Furthermore, the deal is accused of attempting to stifle growing opposition to education policies perceived as detrimental, particularly those associated with a broader political agenda. By presenting a seemingly resolved situation, the CTU and Mayor Johnson are alleged to be aiming to demobilize teachers and suppress their activism. This is particularly relevant amidst rising concerns about the erosion of democratic rights and the potential impact on public education. The agreement is portrayed as a strategic maneuver to quell dissent and maintain the status quo, rather than a genuine effort to improve the learning environment for Chicago's students. find the original article here: https://www.wsws.org/en/articles/2025/04/07/opsz-a07.html