Teachers' Unions Fighting Some Losing Battles in State Races

By Joanna Richardson

Members of teachers' unions can expect a dizzying display of last-minute campaigning from their colleagues, as the unions mobilize teachers to get out the vote for their endorsed candidates in gubernatorial elections.

The unions, traditionally aligned with the Democratic Party, could be disappointed this year; polls indicate that g.o.p. candidates are making a strong showing in many state races.

But union officials were optimistic that the politicking would pay off--if not in the short run, then...