They are no doubt pleased that Gore is articulating views on education that are similar to their own. It turns out that they need Gore as much as he needs them. Gore's pledges on education are more bountiful than they could have predicted. Not one speaker at either convention backed the candidacy of Texas Gov. George W. Bush or attempted to defend his education record. The NEA and UFT endorsements are worth a pot of gold to Gore.
Articulate campaigners equipped with talking points can do wonders on house calls and phone banks.
In this high-stakes election, Gore is lucky to have the teachers as his steadfast allies. They may make the difference for him.