Labor Leaves Trump In The Mud And Backs Kamala Harris

Any hope that Trump had of getting endorsements from labor rapidly evaporated, as unions are supporting Vice President Kamala Harris.

Right here is the record of Labor endorsements for Harris:

American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO): “From day one, Vice President Kamala Harris has been a real associate in main probably the most pro-labor administration in history… At each step in her distinguished profession in public workplace, she’s confirmed herself a principled and tenacious fighter for working individuals and a visionary chief we are able to rely on. From taking up Wall Avenue and company greed to main efforts to increase inexpensive youngster care and help susceptible staff, she’s proven repeatedly that she’s on our aspect. With Kamala Harris within the White Home, collectively we’ll proceed to construct on the highly effective legacy of the Biden-Harris administration to create good union jobs, develop the labor motion and make our economic system work for all of us.”

American Federation of State, County & Municipal Staff (AFSCME): “Vice President Harris is precisely the appropriate individual to satisfy the second. She is going to combat to save lots of American democracy, and she’s going to carry a pro-worker message throughout the nation, making the case that Trump’s Venture 2025 would do lasting injury to working individuals, the economic system and our nation.

“That is an inspiring and historic candidacy. Vice President Harris has been cracking the glass ceiling her entire profession – now she has the chance to change into the primary girl and the primary girl of coloration to carry the best workplace within the land. And AFSCME will assist her get there.

“We’re all in for Kamala Harris. From right now till November 5, we are going to mobilize in communities nationwide, turning out the vote and shifting mountains to make Kamala Harris the forty seventh president of the US.”

Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU): ATU is Ridin’ with Harris!

American Federation of Academics (AFT): The @aftunion Exec. Council simply voted to endorse @KamalaHarris for president, topic to ratification by delegates to the 2024 AFT conference. Harris is combating to revive Roe, combating for households,for pupil debt reduction and is a robust advocate for staff.

Communications Employees of America (CWA): CWA endorses Kamala Harris for President!

We should be certain that we proceed to construct on the progress we now have made alongside President Biden and Vice President Harris and get the job executed

Worldwide Alliance of Theatrical Stage Staff: The Biden-Harris administration has actively sought to incorporate the voices of IATSE behind-the-scenes leisure staff in choices that influence our industries and workplaces. IATSE has had a seat on the desk and unprecedented alternatives to weigh-in on coverage choices that influence our members. We’ve got each confidence that can proceed below Vice President Kamala Harris’ management. Powered by the power of the IATSE membership, we are going to put the complete weight of our Alliance behind Kamala Harris for President and construct on the progress we’ve made the final 4 years.

Worldwide Brotherhood of Electrical Employees (IBEW): “Vice President Harris has been a confirmed ally of the IBEW. Working by President Biden’s aspect, she forged the deciding vote to save lots of our pensions. Their administration created good union jobs by way of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Legislation, the American Rescue Act, the Inflation Discount Act and the CHIPS and Science Act. … IBEW members know Vice President Harris and have engaged together with her during the last 4 years as she’s visited our job websites, union halls and coaching amenities. She has listened to us, and we stand assured that she’s going to proceed this administration’s extraordinary report on behalf of working individuals when she is sworn into workplace subsequent January.”

The Worldwide Union of Painters and Allied Trades (IUPAT): We imagine that Kamala Harris’ management is crucial to making sure that the features we now have made are usually not solely preserved however expanded upon. The IUPAT proudly helps the historic candidacy of Kamala Harris for President of the US. We’re assured that she’s going to proceed to champion the rights of staff and advance a pro-labor agenda that advantages all People, and we stay up for mobilizing our members within the months forward to make {that a} actuality.

Service Staff Worldwide Union (SEIU): SEIU is proud to endorse VP @KamalaHarris as our nominee for President. As a girl of coloration & the kid of immigrant mother and father, VP Harris will not be solely a historic selection to guide the ticket – she is ready. She brings a long time of public service combating for staff throughout industries.

United Farm Employees: The United Farm Employees is proud to endorse VP Kamala Harris for President. Dime con quien andas, y te digo quien eres. Kamala Harris stood with farm staff as CA’s Legal professional Basic, as US Senator, and as Vice President. There may be work to be executed, and we’re prepared. Sí, se puede!

The United Meals and Business Employees Worldwide Union (UFCW): Right now, the UFCW Worldwide Government Board is proud to announce the endorsement of Vice President Harris to be the subsequent President of the US. She has at all times proven up for our members, whether or not it was throughout her time representing California within the U.S. Senate or as a part of probably the most pro-union administration in trendy American historical past, Vice President Harris has workers’ backs.

Donald Trump criticized the president of the United Auto Employees throughout his nomination acceptance speech as a result of he’s nonetheless upset that they didn’t endorse him.

Labor will not be going to be fooled by Trump and gross sales pitch when his insurance policies make him some of the anti-labor presidents in US historical past.  The Democratic coalition is rallying round Kamala Harris to take the combat to Donald Trump.

Jason is the managing editor. He’s additionally a White Home Press Pool and a Congressional correspondent for PoliticusUSA. Jason has a Bachelor’s Diploma in Political Science. His graduate work targeted on public coverage, with a specialization in social reform actions.

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