VA GOV: SEIU For McAuliffe
A local chapter of the labor organization SEIU today endorsed Terry McAuliffe for VA GOV, citing the strength of his jobs plan in a release issued by McAuliffe's campaign.
The chapter -- 32BJ of the SEIU, which has over 3,500 members in VA -- also stressed McAuliffe's proposals to improve VA's health care, education and the state's transportation systems.
"Terry McAuliffe will be a strong advocate for working families that make our economy run but struggle to make ends meet," said Mike Fishman, 32BJ president. "He understands that improving wage and benefit standards is a top priority for workers and key to jump-starting our economy."
McAuliffe: "I am proud to have the support of the men and women who keep Virginia running. As Governor, I will help ensure that workers' rights are protected and that everyone has the opportunity to achieve the American Dream. If we all work together, I know we can get Virginia's economy back on track and continue to improve the quality of life for all Virginians."
This marks the fourth key labor endorsement for McAuliffe, who is vying with state Sen. Creigh Deeds and ex-Del. Brian Moran for the party's nomination. The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME), the Int'l Brotherhood of Boilermakers and the Virginia Professional Firefighters have each announced support for McAuliffe.
Terry McAuliffe will never become governor. I've lived in this state for almost 10 years and know that Virginians are too smart to elect this idiot. Not only will the legislature eat him alive compared to Deeds and Moran, he'd never be able to deliver his promises.
~Deeds for Governor~