After the UFT endorsed Mamdani, some Jewish educators are withholding their dues in protest
“It’s about safety for Jewish educators, the growing politicization of our classrooms, and the erosion of trust in a union that should protect teachers, not push a radical agenda," Feldman said.
UFT President Michael Mulgrew speaks alongside New York Mayoral Candidate Zohran Mamdani during a press conference announcing UFT's endorsement of Mamdani at the UFT headquarters on July 9, 2025 in New York City. (photo credit: MICHAEL M. SANTIAGO/GETTY IMAGES)ByGRACE GILSON/JTAUpdated: