In Unanimous Vote, Metropolitan Washington Council AFL-CIO Endorses Marc Elrich for Montgomery County Executive
SILVER SPRING, Md._ On January 25, the Metropolitan Washington Council AFL-CIO announced its endorsement of Marc Elrich for Montgomery County Executive. The Metropolitan Washington Council, which is comprised of 180 area unions and represents 25,000 members in Montgomery County, voted unanimously to support Mr. Elrich because of his long history of fighting for better education, jobs, and opportunities for Montgomery County residents.
“Our early endorsement makes clear that on the question of vision and direction for Montgomery County, not only does the labor movement agree with Marc and his vision, but we will mobilize our members and make the case to voters that he is the best candidate to move Montgomery County forward”, said Jackie Jeter, President of the Metropolitan Washington Council, AFL-CIO and president of ATU 689, which represents workers at WMATA.
“Marc is a strong, smart, and independent voice for safety and justice, and we believe he will represent the interests of all people who call Montgomery County home with integrity and compassion”, adds Gino Renne, first vice-president of the Metropolitan Washington Council, and president of the influential Montgomery County Government Employees Union (UFCW 1994/MCGEO), who also shared that Elrich has consistently defended working people who were facing mistreatment in Montgomery County over the years.
Elrich has long shown a deep commitment to helping Montgomery County’s residents put a roof over their heads and food on their tables while being treated with dignity at work. He used his voice to support food and commercial workers trying to negotiate with grocery stores in the 1990's, and advocated on behalf of underpaid trash truck drivers a few years ago. He was also a steadfast supporter of part-time faculty at Montgomery College and recently stood with nurses trying to organize a union at Holy Cross Hospital.
“Unions play a central role in reducing inequality, which is a top priority for me, and I am honored that the Metro Council has recognized my dedication to strengthening worker rights,” Elrich said. “I look forward to partnering with Metro Council affiliates as your next County Executive to further advance economic justice and racial equity, improve services, and ensure that we can meet the challenges we face as a county.”
See Mark Elich's filled out questionnaire here
“Our early endorsement makes clear that on the question of vision and direction for Montgomery County, not only does the labor movement agree with Marc and his vision, but we will mobilize our members and make the case to voters that he is the best candidate to move Montgomery County forward”, said Jackie Jeter, President of the Metropolitan Washington Council, AFL-CIO and president of ATU 689, which represents workers at WMATA.
“Marc is a strong, smart, and independent voice for safety and justice, and we believe he will represent the interests of all people who call Montgomery County home with integrity and compassion”, adds Gino Renne, first vice-president of the Metropolitan Washington Council, and president of the influential Montgomery County Government Employees Union (UFCW 1994/MCGEO), who also shared that Elrich has consistently defended working people who were facing mistreatment in Montgomery County over the years.
Elrich has long shown a deep commitment to helping Montgomery County’s residents put a roof over their heads and food on their tables while being treated with dignity at work. He used his voice to support food and commercial workers trying to negotiate with grocery stores in the 1990's, and advocated on behalf of underpaid trash truck drivers a few years ago. He was also a steadfast supporter of part-time faculty at Montgomery College and recently stood with nurses trying to organize a union at Holy Cross Hospital.
“Unions play a central role in reducing inequality, which is a top priority for me, and I am honored that the Metro Council has recognized my dedication to strengthening worker rights,” Elrich said. “I look forward to partnering with Metro Council affiliates as your next County Executive to further advance economic justice and racial equity, improve services, and ensure that we can meet the challenges we face as a county.”
See Mark Elich's filled out questionnaire here
Maryland State and DC AFL-CIO releases primary endorsements
Saying that “Wages, benefits, workers’ protection, and every facet of our working lives, are greatly affected by the decisions made – and votes cast – by lawmakers,” the Maryland State and DC AFL-CIO earlier this week released its endorsements in the upcoming primaries for U.S. Senate and U.S. Congress, Maryland Senate and Maryland House of Delegates (click here for the complete list). The endorsements of metro DC area candidates were based on recommendations by the Metro Washington Council’s Montgomery/Prince George’s and Tri-County COPE. Endorsements in local races in DC, Montgomery and Prince George’s County will be considered at meetings on May 7 and 11 (see Calendar).
Metro Washington AFL-CIO Endorses in DC, Montgomery and Prince George’s Primaries
“With the Supreme Court ruling on Janus vs. AFSCME expected any day, political engagement by union voters is more important than ever,” said Metro Washington Council president Jackie Jeter in announcing endorsements in upcoming local primaries. “These candidates have proven their commitment to the issues that affect the working men and women of our communities and deserve the full support of the local labor movement.”
The Metro Council released endorsements in the following races: DC Mayor, Council and Attorney General; Montgomery County Council, Prince George’s County Council and Prince George’s County Board of Education. Click here for the complete list.
The Metro Council also endorses Cynthia Collins (SEIU 400) for the PG Democratic Central Committee (At-Large) and Initiative 77 in the District.
The Metro Council released endorsements in the following races: DC Mayor, Council and Attorney General; Montgomery County Council, Prince George’s County Council and Prince George’s County Board of Education. Click here for the complete list.
The Metro Council also endorses Cynthia Collins (SEIU 400) for the PG Democratic Central Committee (At-Large) and Initiative 77 in the District.