The American Federation of School Administrators/AFL-CIO (AFSA) is endorsing President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris for reelection. As an organization that represents school leaders across the United States, AFSA makes this endorsement because of Biden’s and Harris’s unwavering commitment to enhancing public education, advocating for the professional needs of our nation’s school administrators, preserving and advancing educators’ rights to organize and collectively bargain and, most importantly, investing in and supporting the students we serve every single day.
During his first few years in office, Biden made critical investments in addressing post-pandemic learning loss and building a 21st century school infrastructure in communities across the country. Biden’s comprehensive approach to education involves equitable funding, increased investments in early childhood education, equal access to technology and broadband at home and at school, and support for high-quality professional learning programs for administrators and teachers through Title II. These initiatives are crucial in creating an environment that fosters academic achievement and prepares students for success.
Biden understands the challenges faced by school administrators in ensuring safe and inclusive learning environments. He supports providing resources and training to address mental health needs, implement effective discipline policies, curb school violence, and combat bullying and harassment. By prioritizing social-emotional learning, Biden recognizes the importance of nurturing the whole child and promoting their overall well-being.
The Biden/Harris commitment to supporting educators resonates deeply with school leaders. The administration they lead recognizes the critical role that school administrators play in shaping the educational landscape and understands the need for school leaders to be part of all educational decisions at every level of policymaking. Biden made that clear by inviting AFSA into the White House to discuss a host of issues with the president’s domestic policy team, followed by ongoing opportunities for policy input.
AFSA thinks that Biden/Harris will forge a path toward a brighter future for our schools and students. Their vision for education aligns with our core values, emphasizing equity, access, a strong voice and education innovation. We are confident that under the Biden/Harris leadership, we can work together to ensure that every child receives a high-quality education, and every school administrator has the necessary resources and support to lead effectively.
AFSA stands with the Biden/Harris ticket and supports their candidacy, knowing that they will be tireless advocates for our education system, our educators and, most importantly, our students.
