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Real-life experiences enhance Labor Candidates School
Posted OnAugust 14, 2021 byParticipants in the New Jersey State AFL-CIO’s 25th Annual Labor Candidates School were energized by examples of election successes – and near-misses – delivered by fellow union members. AFT Brother Leonard Luciano, who serves as an Essex County Commissioner, emphasized the importance of crafting a plan of action and executing the plan. He told of…Read More
IBEW 456 Business Manager Egan welcomes participants to Labor Candidates School
Posted OnAugust 14, 2021 by“Whatever office you’re running for, you’re out there to make the working men and women’s voices heard,” said Joseph V. Egan, business manager of IBEW 456, as he welcomed more than 30 union members to the New Jersey State AFL-CIO’s 25th Annual Labor Candidates School on Saturday, August 14, 2021. “I admire you for doing…Read More
25th Annual NJ AFL-CIO Labor Candidates School dedicated to Richard Trumka
Posted OnAugust 14, 2021 byThe New Jersey State AFL-CIO is proud to dedicate the 25th Annual Labor Candidates School in honor of AFL-CIO President Richard L. Trumka, our leader and friend who dedicated his life to improving the lives and working conditions of every American. President Trumka was an enthusiastic supporter of the New Jersey State AFL-CIO Labor Candidates…Read More
National AFL-CIO Recognizes New Jersey AFL-CIO’s Labor Candidates Program
Posted OnJuly 6, 2021 bySuccesses and Achievements Honored with the 2019 Path to Power Award On behalf of our 1 million members, the New Jersey State AFL-CIO is pleased to announce that the national AFL-CIO has presented the New Jersey State AFL-CIO with the 2019 Path to Power Award. Our Labor Candidates won the most elections to public office…Read More
Norcross reappointed as assistant majority whip in House
Posted OnMarch 9, 2021 byThe New Jersey State AFL-CIO congratulates our IBEW Brother, Rep. Donald Norcross, D-1st District, on his reappointment as an assistant majority whip in the House of Representatives, and wishes him continued success in this important and prestigious position. As an assistant whip, Brother Norcross advises his colleagues about bills before Congress and works to build…Read More
Legislative Endorsement Conference credential application coming by email
Posted OnMarch 8, 2021 byTo All Affiliates: The New Jersey State AFL-CIO Executive Board has voted to conduct the 2021 Legislative/COPE Endorsement Conference by Zoom videoconference on June 15, 2021. You will receive an email shortly from the New Jersey State AFL-CIO with details about the conference, a link to register your delegates for their credentials, and a link…Read More
UA Brother Cheek joins Hamilton Township Committee
Posted OnMarch 3, 2021 byRichard Cheek, a proud member of UA 322 and a graduate of the 2020 Labor Candidates School, was chosen to fill an open seat on the Hamilton Township Committee (Mays Landing) on Monday, March 1, 2021. Brother Cheek must run for election in November 2021. Working together, 1,136 victories have been achieved through the New…Read More
Labor Candidate Carney elected to Sussex Commissioners, replacing Labor Candidate Hertzberg
Posted OnFebruary 1, 2021 byThe New Jersey State AFL-CIO congratulates our Brother Christopher Carney, who was elected at a special convention to fill an open seat on the Sussex County Board of Commissioners. Brother Carney, a proud member of IUOE 825, replaces Brother Joshua Hertzberg, a proud member of ILA 1084-1, who left the commissioners – formerly known as…Read More
Labor Candidates serving working families through elected offices
Posted OnJanuary 11, 2021 byPleasantville City Mayor Judy Ward was sworn in by Superior Court Judge Susan Maven on Jan. 1, 2021. She was joined by her husband, Wick; sons Terence and Jeren; and grandchildren Kyla, Terence Jr. and Tyson. 2021 oath-taking follows victories in November, long service to families For some Labor Candidates, 2020 was a year of…Read More
Labor Candidate Judy Ward will make history on New Year’s Day
Posted OnDecember 10, 2020 byNew Jersey State AFL-CIO-endorsed Labor Candidate Judy Ward has a new job in the new year. And in her new job, CWA 1000 Sister Ward will make history. When Judy Ward takes the oath of office to become mayor of Pleasantville on Jan. 1, she will be the first woman mayor of the city and…Read More