Dan Montgomery
@djmontgomery.bsky.social
Illinois Federation of Teachers president, educator and activist, committed to the best education and public services for all and racial & social justice.
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Illinois Federation of Teachers Statement on the Passing of Al Llorens, President of the Illinois Education Association
ILLINOIS - Illinois Federation of Teachers (IFT) President Dan Montgomery issued the following statement today about the passing of Illinois Education Association (IEA) President Albert “Al” Llorens. “I am profoundly sad at the loss of my friend, union brother, and longtime educator, Al Llorens. His passing leaves Illinois emptier and less whole. The labor movement has lost a fierce advocate, and those of us who knew him have lost a steady, compassionate pillar who made our lives and our schools
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September 26, 2025 at 9:50 PM
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“We’re concerned about doxing, some misguided individuals trying to go after teachers… Every American should be troubled by that.” -IFT Pres. @djmontgomery.bsky.social
About a dozen educators in IL have been placed on leave or questioned by their employers over social media comments.
About a dozen educators in IL have been placed on leave or questioned by their employers over social media comments.
September 29, 2025 at 8:02 PM
“We’re concerned about doxing, some misguided individuals trying to go after teachers… Every American should be troubled by that.” -IFT Pres. @djmontgomery.bsky.social
About a dozen educators in IL have been placed on leave or questioned by their employers over social media comments.
About a dozen educators in IL have been placed on leave or questioned by their employers over social media comments.
An excellent summation of the moment we’re in and why we need to protect free public education for all students now more than ever. Can’t wait to read the whole book.
September 16, 2025 at 10:32 PM
An excellent summation of the moment we’re in and why we need to protect free public education for all students now more than ever. Can’t wait to read the whole book.
I am sickened by this scurrilous attack. Anyone who knows Randi and has worked with her, as I have, knows her deep commitment to ending antisemitism, and in fact, ending hate of all kinds. This recalls for me an important phrase in US history: “Have you no shame?” Have you no shame, Rep. Walberg?
September 10, 2025 at 8:48 PM
I am sickened by this scurrilous attack. Anyone who knows Randi and has worked with her, as I have, knows her deep commitment to ending antisemitism, and in fact, ending hate of all kinds. This recalls for me an important phrase in US history: “Have you no shame?” Have you no shame, Rep. Walberg?
Thank you, Randi. A joy and an honor always to serve with you. I will always bleed AFT blue!
July 1, 2025 at 7:40 PM
Thank you, Randi. A joy and an honor always to serve with you. I will always bleed AFT blue!
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Authors and Illustrators of Books in Mahmoud v. Taylor Case Respond to Supreme Court Ruling - PEN America
As the authors and illustrators of the books named in Mahmoud v. Taylor, we believe the Supreme Court’s ruling today threatens students’ access to diverse books and undermines teachers’ efforts to cre...
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June 27, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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