Tough Liberal

Woody Allen's 1973 film, Sleeper, features a character who wakes up in a future where civilization has been destroyed, hinting at the chaos caused by a figure named Albert Shanker. The description explores Shanker's controversial early years, marked by his role in the 1967-68 NYC school strikes and subsequent efforts to build diverse alliances. By the time of his death in 1997, Shanker was recognized by prominent leaders as a reformer, advocate for equality, and supporter of democracy.