Talk Out of School

Interview with Michael Mulgrew, President of the UFT

Episode Summary

Leonie interviews Michael Mulgrew on the new class size bill, just signed by Gov. Hochul, the impact of the Mayor's budget cuts to schools, the Covid safety protocols, and more.

Episode Notes

Leonie Haimson, Troubling Series of Uncertainties Mars Reopening of New York City Schools, Gotham Gazette
https://www.gothamgazette.com/opinion/11568-uncertainties-reopening-new-york-city-schools-covid-funding

Parents and advocates thank Gov. Hochul and cheer the signing of the class size bill
https://classsizematters.org/parents-and-advocates-thank-gov-hochul-and-cheer-the-signing-of-the-class-size-bill/

Lawmakers hails governor’s signing of bill to reduce class sizes in New York City public schools
https://qns.com/2022/09/governor-signs-bill-to-reduce-class-sizes/