Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) campaigns

A two-day conference featuring socialist, anti-war, and pro-Palestinian activists at Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) headquarters drew criticism for prioritizing political activism over classroom issues. The event included workshops on protest tactics, fundraising, and international labor ties, with speakers from organizations like the Freedom Road Socialist Organization and U.S. Palestinian Community Network. CTU was not an official sponsor but had visible signage and a T-shirt mannequin at the venue.