Randi is the president of the American Federation of Teachers (AFT), representing 1.6 million educators, healthcare professionals, and public employees across the United States. A leading advocate for public education, workers’ rights, and economic opportunity, she previously served as president of the United Federation of Teachers in New York City. Weingarten has played a prominent role in national education policy, serving on federal and state advisory commissions focused on improving teaching, learning, and educational equity. Widely recognized as one of America’s most influential labor leaders, she continues to champion high-quality public education, healthcare, and public services.
