"When Randi Weingarten feels hopeless, she remembers herself as a closeted kid in the 70s. That girl would never have thought she'd someday stand before the love of her life and legally say, 'I do.'"
"Today's landscape is bleak. 'Don't Say Gay' laws have silenced teachers while cutting off students from critical information, and a Trump-stacked Supreme Court has allowed parents to opt their kids out of lessons they deem inappropriate."
"Weingarten sees a path forward, grounded in justice, inclusion, and respect. She has witnessed democracy enhance LGBTQ+ rights, which fuels her determination to continue fighting."
Randi Weingarten reflects on her journey from a closeted child to the first lesbian president of a major teachers union. She highlights the current challenges posed by anti-LGBTQ+ policies, including restrictive laws and bans on inclusive education. Despite the bleak landscape, Weingarten remains hopeful, advocating for a future grounded in justice and inclusion. Her experiences fuel her commitment to fight against the extreme right's efforts to undermine LGBTQ+ rights and education.
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