Labor Jawn

1972-73 Teachers Strike

Episode 44

The 1970s were a turbulent time in American and Philadelphia history. Amidst stagnant wages, inflation, and a new law allowing public sector strikes, Philly school teachers took matters into their own hands fighting the district, mayor, and state. 

Episodes 44-45 originally aired: March 7 and 20, 2023.

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