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politics1 month ago•23 min saved

AFT President Weingarten Launches Nationwide Target Boycott Over ICE Silence

The American Federation of Teachers (AFT) has initiated a nationwide back-to-school boycott of Target, accusing the retailer of failing to condemn Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in Minnesota. AFT President Randi Weingarten directed members to avoid the chain, citing 'deafening' silence on federal immigration abuses. The move has drawn sharp criticism from the Department of Homeland Security and conservative commentators who question the union's use of pension assets for political leverage.

via New York Post|

#aft #boycott #ice

education5 months ago•9 min saved

AAUP and AFT Rally to Defend UM Professor's Academic Freedom

The AAUP and AFT defend University of Michigan Professor Derek Peterson’s academic freedom after remarks at the university’s commencement, condemning political pressure and threats of discipline; they warn of a chilling effect on faculty speech and urge UM leadership to affirm no disciplinary action and recommit to academic freedom and shared governance.

via AAUP|

#aaup #academic-freedom #aft

business6 months ago•4 min saved

AFT calls for back-to-school boycott of Target over Minneapolis ICE response

The American Federation of Teachers passed a resolution urging its 1.8 million members and others to shop at local stores instead of Target, citing the retailer’s insufficient response to federal immigration enforcement in Minneapolis as it works to regain sales momentum under new CEO Michael Fiddelke.

via CNBC|

#aft #boycott #business