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Sadik Hossain

‘I appear to be out of step’: Teachers union powerhouse Randi Weingarten quits DNC after 23-year run amid leadership clash

American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten has resigned from her position at the Democratic National Committee, marking the end of her 23-year tenure with the organization. The resignation comes amid growing tensions between Weingarten and the current DNC leadership.

According to Politico, in a letter dated June 5 addressed to DNC Chair Ken Martin, Weingarten expressed fundamental disagreements with the direction of the committee’s leadership. The departure of such a significant figure in the Democratic Party highlights the ongoing internal conflicts within the organization.

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