Seattle superintendent says district is broke amid union strike threat
By The BriefBrief
Seattle Public Schools superintendent Ben Shuldiner said the district is “broke” and faces a reported $100 million deficit. The comments came as educators voted to authorize a strike, escalating pressure over labor negotiations.
WHO:Ben Shuldiner
WHAT:Ben Shuldiner said Seattle Public Schools is “broke” and faces a reported $100 million deficit as educators voted to authorize a strike.
WHEN:Reported Sep 1, 2026 at 1:54 PM ET
WHERE:Seattle, USA
WHY:Shuldiner made the remarks in response to educators voting to authorize a strike amid the district’s reported $100 million deficit.
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