Following a series of resolutions and the release of curriculum resources that prominently featured antisemitic imagery and one-sided narratives on Israel and Palestine, the Massachusetts Teachers Association (MTA) faced criticism in hearings and public outcry. The union's leadership, including President Max Page, resisted calls to remove the offensive material despite external pressure, prompting accusations of using their platform to endorse extremist, anti-Israel perspectives.

Following the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack in Israel, Massachusetts Teachers Association leaders have initiated a campaign to introduce anti-Israel narratives in K-12 classrooms. The MTA has promoted one-sided curriculum resources, passed resolutions demonizing Israel, and sponsored programming that frames the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in a partisan manner. Critics argue this politicization of education undermines balanced discourse and fosters an environment of division and distrust, particularly affecting Jewish students and families.

Massachusetts Teachers Association spent over $15 million on Question 2, a ballot measure aimed at altering the high-stakes MCAS testing structure, while its super PAC provided additional financial backing to select legislative candidates aligned with its priorities. This political expenditure reflects the union's active involvement in shaping electoral outcomes.

The Massachusetts Teachers Association (MTA) is supporting a bill that seeks to legalize teacher work stoppages in Massachusetts. MTA President Max Page argued that legal strike action would force school committees to negotiate more promptly, potentially reducing the frequency and severity of prolonged strikes, and thereby strengthening labor rights for educators.

The Massachusetts Teachers Association is leading advocacy efforts around Question 2 on the November ballot, promoting the elimination of the 10th grade MCAS graduation test in favor of coursework that meets state standards. This initiative reflects a broader effort by education unions to push for fairer and more inclusive educational policies.

In 2024, after the Massachusetts Teachers Association developed educational resources on Palestinian history, the Anti-Defamation League misappropriated and misrepresented these materials. This led to a campaign of defamation including doxxing, death threats, and anti-labor attacks, reinforcing MTA’s stand against censorship and its commitment to antiracist, socially just education.

In 2023, the Massachusetts Teachers Association was part of a coalition that spent $1.55 million on lobbying activities on Beacon Hill. This expenditure highlights the association’s proactive engagement in influencing legislative processes.

In the wake of a series of wildcat strikes across Massachusetts, the Massachusetts Teachers Association is actively pushing for legislation that would legalize public sector strikes after six months of bargaining. The union has also prioritized transparency through open meetings and member-driven bargaining, reflecting a commitment to democratic practices and robust worker rights.