AFT-Speeches
This area of the Reuther's Web site currently encompasses approximately 300, fully transcribed, speeches delivered between 1965 and 1996 by American Federation of Teachers (AFT) President's Charlie Cogen, David Selden and Albert Shanker. The speeches are organized chronologically by date. Please contact Dan Golodner for project details.
National School Board Association
Shanker gives a personal and organizational view about conclusions that were made from the recent Carnegie Report.
Carnegie Forum
Shanker is optimistic about the recent Carnegie Report because it calls for changes to public education that will make a positive impact.
Education for Democracy Project Press Conference
Texas Federation of Teachers Convention
Shanker's speech is centered around building a strong union. He compliments them on building a solid union with good leadership. He says that they have a good base but now they need more organization.