FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 18, 2026
Washington Teachers’ Union Endorses Matthew Frumin For Ward 3 Councilmember
Washington, D.C. — The Washington Teachers’ Union (WTU) proudly announces its endorsement of Matthew Frumin for Ward 3 DC Councilmember in the 2026 Democratic Primary. This endorsement reflects WTU’s commitment to supporting leaders who champion strong neighborhood public schools, equitable funding, and the voices of educators in shaping the future of DC’s education system.
Councilmember Frumin has spent more than fifteen years advocating for DCPS students, families, and educators. From his early work supporting his own children’s schools to co‑founding the citywide advocacy organization C4DC, Frumin has consistently pushed for a fully funded, fully supported public school system. On the Council, he has been a steadfast partner to educators by conducting rigorous oversight of education agencies, visiting schools regularly, and working closely with LSATs, WTU representatives, and school leaders to ensure budgets reflect real school‑level needs.
“Families in every community deserve a great, matter‑of‑right path from PK through high school that meets their children where they are and lifts them up for success in the world,” said Frumin. “The schools should be loving hubs for the community. Families do not want to play the lottery with their children’s future.”
Councilmember Frumin’s priorities for Ward 3 and the District include:
- Reducing teacher turnover by reforming punitive evaluation systems, expanding wellness supports, and improving school culture and climate.
- Supporting educator pipelines by strengthening paraprofessional‑to‑teacher pathways, backing international educators, and advocating for continued H‑1B/Green Card sponsorship programs.
- Improving school facilities and maintenance through stronger oversight of DGS and a commitment to completing long‑overdue modernizations across all eight wards.
WTU President Laura Fuchs stated:
“Councilmember Frumin has been a longtime ally of public schools. He is knowledgeable on budgets, responsive to our members and willing to focus on the issues that matter to our members.”
The WTU urges all members and community stakeholders to vote in the DC Democratic Primary on June 16, 2026, and support Matthew Frumin for Ward 3 Councilmember.
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About the Washington Teachers’ Union
The WTU represents more than 6,000 active and retired teachers. It is dedicated to social and educational justice for the students of the District of Columbia and to improving the quality of support, resources, compensation and working conditions for the public servants and proud teachers who educate our students in D.C. Public Schools. Learn more at www.WTULocal6.net.
For media inquiries, contact:
Akua Tay
Communications Specialist
Washington Teachers’ Union
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (202) 412-8008
Jack Ruina Bennett
Campaign Manager
Matt Frumin for Ward 3
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (202)-420-8126
Website: Frumin2026.com