March 31, 2009
The National Journal’s Hotline On Call
The International Brotherhood of Boilermakers, Iron Ship Builders, Blacksmiths, Forgers and Helpers, AFL-CIO, today endorsed Democrat Terry McAuliffe for governor of Virginia, "citing Terry's energetic, fresh, approach to create and protect jobs."
The Boilermakers represent more than 2,500 workers throughout the Commonwealth. Boilermakers International President Newton B. Jones lauded McAuliffe, the former chairman of the Democratic National Committee, for fighting for working families:
"Terry stands with those who are the heart and soul of this great Commonwealth - those who clock in early and often work late, those who build and maintain our energy infrastructure and repair our Naval vessels, those who make Virginia great through their simple daily contribution to our economy and our way of life, among them, Boilermaker members.
"Terry has spent years fighting for working families. Like millions of other Americans, Boilermakers are nervous about the economy and about their future, and their children's future. There is uncertainty and concern, but also hope. We believe our best days are ahead of us and Terry is the best answer to Virginia's need for a leader who can take on some very tough challenges and build a stronger economy."
This is McAuliffe's second organizational endorsement of the week. The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) announced its support for McAuliffe, who is vying with state Sen. Creigh Deeds and former Del. Brian Moran, for the party's nomination.
No comments:
Post a Comment