Outgoing CTU President on His Time in Leadership
Clip: 2/8/2022 | 7m 33sVideo has Closed Captions
Outgoing Chicago Teachers Union president Jesse Sharkey reflects on his time in leadership
After 12 years as one of the primary faces of the Chicago Teachers Union-- Jesse Sharkey is returning to the classroom. His time in leadership has been marked by multiple teacher strikes, a contentious relationship with City Hall, and a protracted pandemic. In announcing his departure, Sharkey acknowledged the difficulties of the job, both politically and personally.
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Outgoing CTU President on His Time in Leadership
Clip: 2/8/2022 | 7m 33sVideo has Closed Captions
After 12 years as one of the primary faces of the Chicago Teachers Union-- Jesse Sharkey is returning to the classroom. His time in leadership has been marked by multiple teacher strikes, a contentious relationship with City Hall, and a protracted pandemic. In announcing his departure, Sharkey acknowledged the difficulties of the job, both politically and personally.
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