# The Chicago Teachers Union and Their Path to Dictatorship

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Podcast: [The New Frontline](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-new-frontline-7473699)
Published: 2026-01-14T17:00:09+00:00
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## Resource

(00:00:00) New Year, Same Union Drama (00:00:25) Chicago Teachers Union's Controversial Actions (00:03:07) CTU's Radical History and Influence (00:06:30) National Education Association Leadership Race (00:08:12) Union Corruption and Greed (00:09:16) California's Union-Backed Tax Proposal (00:10:46) The Broader Impact of Union Power This episode exposes the inherent corruption and political overreach of government unions as Siena dives into the latest controversy surrounding the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) and their support for a Venezuela protest organized by socialist groups. Along with former NJEA President Sean Spiller's controversial campaign for NEA President and a new California tax proposal targeting billionaires, backed by the SEIU. Stay informed and engaged as we take you straight to the frontlines of the fight against union overreach, bringing you the latest news and insights from the heart of the battle.

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