Abraham Lefkowitz Papers

Accession Number: 
LP000402
Extent: 
4 folders

Abraham Lefkowitz was a teacher and principal in the New York elementary school system and active in teachers unions, civic and social reform movements, and championed minority causes and civil liberties. He was one of the founders of the American Federation of Teachers, serving as Vice-President for fourteen years. His papers reflect his professional and social contributions made during his years in the New York public school system, particularly his fight against communists in the AFT.

Date: 
1934-1966, bulk 1934-1955
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