We must decide between four more years of failed leadership under Bruce Rauner, or support for working families under JB Pritzker. more

In the weeks before the critical November 6 election, locals around the state are REV-ing up to help secure big wins for IFT-endorsed candidates. more

Read the latest issue of Union Link online now. more

For inspiration, we need only look around us to see what unions have done – and are doing – to improve lives and communities. more

The future of our schools, communities, and workplace rights will be on the ballot this fall, and we need your help to endorse and elect candidates who will listen to us. more

Highlights include: IFT endorsed candidate list, a conversation with JB & Juliana, voter information, and more. more

By a vote of its Executive Board today, the Illinois Federation of Teachers endorsed JB Pritzker for Governor in the Democratic primary election. more

The IFT takes its responsibility to advocate for you very seriously, particularly when it comes to deciding whether to endorse individuals for public office. more

American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten and Illinois Federation of Teachers President Daniel Montgomery on the election of Tammy Duckworth to the U.S. Senate. more

It is because of your hard work that we made some important statewide strides in Illinois. more

By a vote of its Executive Board today, the Illinois Federation of Teachers endorsed the following candidates in the November 2016 General Election. more

Illinois law permits many 17-year-olds to vote in the Illinois Primary Election on March 15. Help engage young voters in the political process in your school or community today! more

The IFT's recommendation is a stamp of approval from a union comprised of more than 103,000 public professionals. more

By a vote of its Executive Board today, the Illinois Federation of Teachers (IFT) endorsed the following candidates in the March 2016 Primary Election. more

UPDATE - With final ballots tallied, IFT member Susan Sadlowski Garza was elected Chicago's 10th Ward Alderman in a very close race. more

Yesterday, IFT-endorsed mayoral candidate Commissioner Jesus “Chuy” Garcia forced Mayor Rahm Emanuel into a runoff election in Chicago. Mayor Emanuel could not secure the 50%-plus-one votes to win his re-election outright. This is unprecedented in Chicago, the first time the city has seen a mayoral runoff election. more

By a vote of its Executive Board, the Illinois Federation of Teachers (IFT) has endorsed Cook County Commissioner Jesus “Chuy” Garcia for Mayor of Chicago in the February 24th Municipal Election. more

Statement from IFT President Dan Montgomery on Judy Baar Topinka more

With the mid-term elections behind them, lawmakers returned to a busy week at the Capitol, prior to leaving for the Thanksgiving holiday. more

It's no surprise that billionaire Bruce Rauner's latest scheme is designed to bust unions and benefit the 1 percent. more

In-person early voting runs from October 20th until November 2nd. more

Highlights include: important election information, SB1 and Harris v. Quinn updates, IFT scholarship recipients, and more. more

Only one candidate for State Treasurer has the fiscal responsibility, proven experience, and commitment to middle-class families needed to get the job done - Mike Frerichs. more

Billionaire Bruce Rauner would destroy our unions and communities. Learn more here, and help us spread the word with these helpful tools. more

What would our state look like if Rauner is elected Governor? Beautiful...if you're in the 1 percent! more

Illinois voters who care about education, jobs, and their loved ones should be asking, "Which one?" more

The billionaire gubernatorial candidate's "blueprint" for education includes eliminating tenure and enacting merit pay schemes. more

Proposals would defund public education, continue his legacy of promoting failed education experiments more

Members around the state showed their union pride this holiday as they ready to protect collective bargaining and education on Election Day 2014. more

Billionaire Bruce Rauner is running for Governor to dismantle our unions, plain and simple. Read about his "plan" in his own words. more

Rauner talks a good game, but his plan would defund and destroy public education more

Making your voice heard at the ballot box is easier than ever before on the Illinois Online Voter Registration Application, website. more

Candidate Rauner cannot decide whether it’s a good idea to “shut things down for a little while” more

By a vote of its Executive Board today, the Illinois Federation of Teachers (IFT) unanimously endorsed Governor Pat Quinn (D) for reelection. more

Governor Quinn this week signed a bill that will allow voters to choose whether the state's wealthiest residents will pay their fair share to help fund public education. more

Billionaire Bruce Rauner is running for Governor to dismantle our unions, plain and simple. Watch this new video to hear about it in his own words. more

Quinn signs budget and expands voting opportunities in Illinois. more

There are many freedoms we take for granted as women today. No one thinks anything of women going to universities, voting, or owning property. more

The Primary Election is over, and I am very proud of our union. We stood together for our communities, our professions, and the people we serve. more

UPDATED 3/18/2014: Our union supports candidates for office who share our vision for improving public education and services. See who earned the IFT's stamp of approval in the March 18 Primary. more

IFT, IEA and AFSCME respond to the recent Tribune editorial, “Why are Illinois unions spending so much on a GOP race?” more

Bruce Rauner wants the working people of Illinois to think he’s one of them. Why then is his main goal as governor to cut the pay of hardworking Illinois public employees? more

We encourage you to vote for IFT-endorsed candidates and make your voice heard on Election Day! more

At a news conference with Senator Dillard, IFT President Dan Montgomery released the following statement: more

Yesterday, IFT members and leaders were among those who threw their proverbial "hats" in the ring on Election Day and ran for these vital positions in our communities. more

Check the full listing of IFT-endorsed candidates to see the results in your district. more

Last night, many of you joined with the millions of Americans who helped to move our country forward by reelecting President Obama. It was an amazing night and every single vote counted. more

IFT members from universities and community colleges statewide gather in Westmont for the annual event. more

PSRPs and public employees heard from inspiring speakers and attended informative workshops at the annual event held in Oak Brook Oct. 19-20 more

Please take three easy steps to make sure you are a V.I.P. and ready to vote in this election. more