United Teachers of Dade Secures 83% Vote to Remain Union for 25,000 Miami-Dade Teachers Amid Freedom Foundation Challenge

Oct 23, 2024, 08:11 PM

The United Teachers of Dade (UTD) has successfully retained its position as the representative union for teachers in Miami-Dade County, securing 83% of the votes in a recent recertification election. This election was prompted by efforts from the Washington-based Freedom Foundation, which aimed to decertify the union and replace it with a conservative alternative. The UTD's victory is seen as a significant setback for the conservative agenda in Florida, particularly following the implementation of Senate Bill 256, which facilitated the election process. The union represents over 25,000 employees in the district, and its continued leadership was confirmed amidst attempts to undermine its authority.