Stacy Davis Gates elected to lead Chicago Teachers Union

The incumbent vice president beat out two challengers, cementing the CORE caucus’ hold on CTU leadership.

By Brenda Ruiz
WBEZ
Stacy Davis Gates was elected president of the Chicago Teachers Union by members on Friday. Here she addresses the media on last day of the teachers strike on Oct. 31, 2019. WBEZ
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Stacy Davis Gates was elected president of the Chicago Teachers Union by members on Friday. Here she addresses the media on last day of the teachers strike on Oct. 31, 2019. WBEZ

Stacy Davis Gates elected to lead Chicago Teachers Union

The incumbent vice president beat out two challengers, cementing the CORE caucus’ hold on CTU leadership.

By Brenda Ruiz
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In one of the most contentious elections, the Chicago Teachers Union elected Stacy Davis Gates as its new president Friday.

Reset hears from the new leader about her priorities moving forward.

GUEST: Stacy Davis Gates, CTU President Elect