Last week, the American Federation of Teachers officially endorsed Michael S. Dukakis, the candidate of the Democratic Party for the presidency. According to Albert Shanker, the president of the union, Dukakis is a compassionate and thoughtful leader who has consistently demonstrated his dedication to addressing the needs of the American people. Shanker further highlighted that the executive council of the union unanimously voted to endorse Dukakis, and internal surveys revealed strong support for him among the union members.
Rachelle Horowitz, the political director of the A.F.T., also expressed that the union will launch one of its most vigorous political campaigns ever to support Governor Dukakis from Massachusetts.
