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“Al Franken is a union member who knows how to focus public attention on the issues that working people are struggling with.” -Ray Waldron, President
Minnesota AFL-CIO
“Al Franken is a lifelong union member who will use sharp wit, hard work and progressive convictions to restore the middle class and change the culture of corruption in Washington. Our union is proud to give our energy and resources to electing Al Franken.” -Mike Buesing, President
AFSCME Council 5
“AFSCME Council 65 is supporting Al Franken because he supports working people. We are excited to be working on what we know will be a successful campaign to beat Norm Coleman.” -Steve Preble, Executive Director
AFSCME Council 65
“Minnesotans need a Senator who understands the needs of Minnesota families and who wont abandon them in a time of need. Norm Coleman had a chance to support the families of the Red River Valley on CAFTA and instead he supported President Bush. Al Franken will stand with farmers and workers and Minnesotans, and that¹s why we stand with him in this election.” -Mark Froemke, Education Director, Local 167G
Bakery, Confectionary, Tobacco Workers and Grain Millers Union
“Unlike Norm Coleman, Al Franken is a candidate who will never privatize Social Security and will continue to fight for the middle class and workers rights.” -Jim Lundquist, President and Secretary-Treasurer
Bricklayers and Allied Crafts, Local 1
“At 145 years old, we know the challenges that face the working men and women in this nation. Al Franken is the union man that will champion those issues that affect the working families of Minnesota and this great country. Locomotive Engineers believe Al Franken will provide the course of action needed to rebuild the national infrastructure of our bridges, roads and rail. The BLET is proud to support and endorse Al Franken for United States Senate.” -David Brown, Minnesota State Chairman
Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen CWA Minnesota State Council
“We support Al because Al supports the middle class and the Employee Free Choice Act, and because he's the only candidate that can beat Norm Coleman.” -Tim Lovasson, President
CWA Minnesota State Council
“Franken's strong support of public education and educators and his strong campaign make him the best candidate for the job. Our members were highly impressed with Al Franken's grasp of the issues and his commitment to meaningful change, including an overhaul of the No Child Left Behind Act and full funding for the Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act. Al will be a champion for students, educators and public schools.” -Tom Dooher, President
Education Minnesota IBEW Minnesota State Council
“Through this endorsement the men and women of the IBEW are placing their highest level of trust and confidence in [Al] to lead them to victory in the fight for a better tomorrow.” -Tom Koehler, President
IBEW Minnesota State Council Minnesota Industrial Union Council
“It is with great pleasure that we announce that the Minnesota Industrial Labor Council has unanimously voted to endorse Al Franken for U.S. Senate. With this endorsement comes not only our joint commitment to victory, but the spirit, determination, and dedication of all our members and their families to stand together for all working families in Minnesota.” -Tim Lovaasen, President (CWA);
Julie Anderson, Sec. Treasuer (IAMAW); Stan Daniels, Vice President (USW)
“The Laborers District Council MN & ND is proud to endorse Al Franken for US Senate. Al's commitment to fight for workers rights to organize, a safe workplace, strong prevailing wage laws, fair trades standards, affordable health care and secure pensions provides a sharp contrast to the incumbent and will provide a clear and welcome choice for our 11,000 members come November 2008.” -Jim Brady, Business Manager
Laborers District Council MN & ND Minnesota State Council of Machinists
“The Machinists believe Al is by far the best candidate to protect Minnesota's working families. Al will carry our voice to Washington and not only vote for the Employee Free Choice Act he will proudly co-sponsor it. He is a 'fair trader,' and will insist that trade agreements include enforceable labor, safety, and environmental standards. We will stand by him in this campaign and work in the 'fighting machinist way' to defeat Norm Coleman.” -Lisa Stager, President
Minnesota State Council of Machinists |
“The biggest reason we support Al is that he has been tuned in to Letter Carriers' issues. Al believes in universal postal service and will protect that service for the American people.” -Kieran Hughes, MN Legislative Chair
National Association of Letter Carriers
“Al Franken is a keen and passionate advocate for nurses, nursing issues and our patients. With his unequivocal support of the Federal Staffing Bill, HR 2123, he has also recognized the need to improve the nurse's work environment which includes addressing safe and appropriate staffing.” -Linda Slattengren, MNA President and Registered Nurse
Minnesota Nurses Association
“We believe that Al Franken is the best candidate to defeat Senator Norm Coleman. Sen. Coleman has been devastating to working people in this state. His support of free trade agreements and his opposition to the Employee Free Choice Act undermine the ability of Americans to have a voice at work. Minnesota deserves a Senator who stands up for the people and not the special interests.” -Glen Johnson, Business Manager
Operating Engineers Local 49 Minnesota Postal Workers Union
“Al has proven to us his commitment to labor, public safety, our nation's fire departments and the all hazard protection that we provide. As Senator Franken, he will fight to ensure that the people of Minnesota have properly funded fire departments to the benefit of the public's safety, as well as the safety of first responders.” -Patrick Flanagan, President
Saint Paul Firefighters, IAFF Local 21 IAFF Local 3939
“I am proud to announce the endorsement of Al Franken for the United States Senate. The members of our union feel strongly that a voice for fire fighter issues has been non-existent from the White House and certainly from one seat in the senate from Minnesota. We believe Al Franken's strong work ethic and leadership will help us protect our members on the St. Paul Fire Department as well as those on other departments throughout the state. -Patrick Smith, President
IAFF Local 3939
“SEIU will play an important role in making sure Al Franken is elected in November. Our members are active, involved, and determined to make a difference.” -Julie Schnell, President
SEIU Minnesota State Council
“We proudly give our endorsement to Al Franken for U.S. Senate. We know that he will stand up for working families and the things Steelworkers have fought for.” -Bob Bratulich, Director
Steelworkers District 11 Steelworkers Local 1938
“Al Franken is Minnesota’s candidate for working families. Norm Coleman has repeatedly abandoned Minnesota working families. We need a Senator who will fight for better jobs - and Al Franken is the man for the job.” -Dan Fortier, President
Teamsters Joint Council 32
“We intend to turn out the vote for Al Franken. We will put the boots on the ground and fight to elect Al Franken. His election will allow us to use politics to bargain better contracts, protect American jobs, and organize new workers.” -Brad Slawson, President
Teamsters Local 120
“We recognize Al's commitment to workers in the manufacturing industry and retaining manufacturing jobs. We're committed to working with him to beat Norm Coleman and George Bush and their policies that attack workers and working families.” -Bob Killeen, Secretary Treasurer
UAW Minnesota State CAP Council
“We are proud to support Al. He is one of us, from his middle class roots and his values, to his belief in the rights and quality of life for the working men and women in Minnesota and across the country. UFCW Local 789 supports Al Franken. We believe that he is a force for positive change in the lives of the workers of our state.” -Don Seaquist, President
UFCW Local 789
“We believe that Al Franken will be the voice our members need in Washington to combat the terrible policies that have ruined our economy and the middle class these last Eight years. The policies of suppressing the Minimum Wage and advocating for these damaging trade agreements must come to an end. We need to counter the policies with a real advocate. Al Franken is the person with a history of really understanding the issues with a willingness to act for working people.” -Wade Luneburg, Political Director
Minnesota State Council of UNITE HERE! Unions
“Al Franken has the knowledge and skill to work for national rail safety and public security. As our infrastructure crumbles, Al will speak out for responsible policies that rebuild our roads, rail, and bridges. We need strong, independent leaders to build a better America - and we believe Al Franken is that kind of leader.” -P.J. Qualy, State Director
United Transportation Union |
