Sample Email Message:

Union members, family and friends. Your future is at stake. Vote by November 8.

Vote for Bonnie Watson Coleman for Congress and our 4 union sisters for Trenton City Council: Crystal Feliciano (At-Large), Taiwanda Terry-Wilson (At-Large), Jenna Figueroa Kettenburg (south ward) & Atalaya Armstrong  (west ward). They are the union choice, endorsed by the  New Jersey State AFL-CIO and the Mercer County Central Labor.

Protecting Workers’ Rights. These candidates are strong supporters of the right to organize, respect collective bargaining, and respect public service They know unions are a pathway to the middle class and they will support veteran’s preference for public sector work and prioritize workplace safety. They support project labor agreements and oppose privatization of city services.

Education, Opportunity, and Jobs. These candidates believe that everyone in Trenton deserve access to good public schools and good union jobs. They support smart economic development, skills training, and registered apprenticeships. They will work with existing businesses to grow our economy.

Many Communities, One City. The candidates know that the strength of Trenton lies in our diversity. They appreciate all the many communities of Trenton and will work to make sure everyone has clean and safe streets and that working families, seniors, and children get the support they need.

Three Ways to Vote:

VOTE BY MAIL: Complete and return a vote by mail application by Nov. 1.

VOTE EARLY: Visit any early voting center in your county Oct. 29-Nov 6.

VOTE ON ELECTION DAY: Visit your regular polling place on Nov. 8.

For more information about the candidates, voter registration, vote by mail and more visit your union voter resources page www.njunionstrong.org

However you decide, please vote!

Sample Tweets: 

  1. A message from your union. Vote Bonnie Watson Coleman for Congress and 4 union sisters for Trenton City Council. Feliciano & Terry-Wilson At-Large, Figueroa-Kettenburg South Ward & Armstrong for West Ward. Visit njunionstrong.org
  2. Union Members. You have the power. Vote Bonnie Watson Coleman for Congress. And 4 unions sisters for Trenton City Council; Feliciano & Terry-Wilson At-Large, Figueroa-Kettenburg South  Ward & Armstrong for West Ward. Learn more at njunionstrong.org
  3. Vote for Bonnie Watson Coleman for congress and 4 union sisters Trenton City Council. Vote-by-mail, Early or Election Day. Feliciano & Terry-Wilson At-Large, Figueroa-Kettenburg South Ward & Armstrong for West Ward.  njunionstrong.org for more information

Sample Facebook/ Website Post:

 

Sample Local Union Letter

September 2022

Dear Union Member:

Elect Four Union Sisters to the Trenton City Council

As a union member living in Trenton, you have the power to change Trenton for the better! Four union sisters are running for election to Trenton City Council. Atalaya Armstrong, AFSCME 2285, Jenna Figueroa Kettenburg, CWA 1038, Crystal Feliciano, AFSCME 2286, and Taiwanda Terry-Wilson, CWA 1033 are the union choice, endorsed by the New Jersey State AFL-CIO and the Mercer County Central Labor Council.

All four union sisters will stand up for workers’ rights. They understand first-hand the right to organize and collective bargaining respect public service. They know unions are the pathway to the middle class, support veteran’s preference and will prioritize workplace safety. They support project labor agreements and oppose privatization.

All four union sisters  believe that everyone deserves access to good public schools and good union jobs. They support smart economic development, skills training, and apprenticeships. They are committed to growing Trenton’s economy by working with existing new businesses that will attract good jobs for Trenton residents.

All four union sisters believe that the strength of Trenton lies in its diversity. They appreciate the many communities and will make sure everyone has clean and safe streets and that working families, seniors and children get the support they need.

Voters have three choices on how to cast their ballots this year: by mail, by early voting, or by traditional voting on Election Day.  A vote-by-mail application must be received by November 1. Early in-person voting will take place October 29 through November 6.  Election Day is November 8.  All three voting methods are easy, convenient and secure.  To find out more, please visit your voter resource www.njaflcio.org/labor2022.

However you decide and whichever voting method you choose, we encourage you to make your voice heard. VOTE on or before November 8th!

In Unity,

 

Atayalya Armstrong– West Ward

Jenna Figueroa Kettenburg– South Ward

Crystal Feliciano– At-Large

Taiwanda Terry-Wilson– At-Large

for Trenton City Council

Sample Text Messages and Responses

  1. Your union supports the re-election of Bonnie Watson- Coleman for Congress and 4 union sisters for Trenton City Council: Crystal Feliciano (At-Large), Taiwanda Terry-Wilson (At-Large), Jenna Figueroa Kettenburg (south ward) & Atalaya Armstrong (west ward).  Vote-by-mail balloting begins on September 24. If you receive a ballot in the mail, please vote immediately. For information about the candidates, voting or voter registration, reply YES.
  2. Elect Bonnie Watson Colman & 4 union sisters to Trenton City Council. Crystal Feliciano (At-Large), Taiwanda Terry-Wilson (At-Large), Jenna Figueroa Kettenburg (south ward) & Atalaya Armstrong (west ward). Vote-by-mail ballots will be mailed on or before September 24. If you receive a ballot in the mail, please vote immediately. For information about the candidates, voting or voter registration, reply YES.
  3. Trenton City Council Elections are fast approaching. Please consider voting for Bonnie Watson Coleman for Congress and 4 union sisters for City Council: Crystal Feliciano (At-Large), Taiwanda Terry-Wilson (At-Large), Jenna Figueroa Kettenburg (south ward) & Atalaya Armstrong (west ward). They share our union values and will fight Trenton’s working families. For information about the candidates, voting or voter registration, reply YES.
  4. You have the power. Vote Bonnie Watson Coleman for Congress and elect 4 union sisters to City Council. Vote for Feliciano & Terry-Wilson for At large seats, Figueroa-Kettenburg for South  & Armstrong for West Wards. Support candidates who support Trenton’s working families. For information about the candidates, voting or voter registration, reply YES.

Boilerplate Responses

  1. YES: Thank you for being a union voter. Visit njunionstrong.org for more information. Vote union!
  2. NO, already voted: Thank you for being a voter! Please share this link with your co-workers njunionstrong.org and encourage them to vote on or before November 8.
  3. NO: Have a great day.

2nd Responses

  1. Thank you / support: Thank you for your support! We ask that you reach out to coworkers to ensure they vote as well? If they have any questions about voting, please share this link with them: njunionstrong.org
  2. How to vote / lost ballot / More Info (website) – Many voters have questions about this election. We have put together everything you need to know all in one place. For more information. visit njunionstrong.org. Please consider supporting labor’s endorsed candidates.
  3. Thank You- Have a great day.
  4. Wrong Number – Thank you for letting me know! I’ll make sure this is reflected in our list. Have a great day.
  5. Moved – Thank you for letting me know! I’ll make sure this is reflected in our list. Have a great day.
  6. Deceased – We’re sorry for your loss. Thank you for this information, we will update our list.
  7. How did you get my number? Union members like me are working with your union and reaching out to encourage everyone to vote this year.
  8. Other union issues: I am a union member volunteering my time to protect or pensions. Please direct all other union inquiries to your local union.

Text & Tweet Message:

Vote on or before Primary Election Day- June 7th. Three ways to vote: 1) Vote-By-Mail 2) Early 3) Election Day. However you decide, please vote. Visit your union voter resource for more information at www.njunionstrong.org

 

 

Facebook/ Social Media Post:

Caption: Vote on or before Primary Election Day- June 7th. Three ways to vote: 1) Vote-By-Mail 2) Early 3) Election Day. However you decide, please vote. Visit your union voter resource for more information at www.njunionstrong.org

Website Post:

 

Caption: Vote on or before Primary Election Day- June 7th. Three ways to vote: 1) Vote-By-Mail 2) Early 3) Election Day. However you decide, please vote. Visit your union voter resource for more information at www.njunionstrong.org

Blast email:

Get-Out-The-Union-Vote on or before June 7th  Primary Elections

Union members, family, and friends. Your future is at stake. Vote on or before June 7th in New Jersey’s Primary elections. Every registered voter is encouraged to vote.

There are three ways to vote in the Primary Election.

  1. Vote-by-mail. Return your vote by mail ballot. Ballots must be postmarked or placed in a secure ballot drop box by 8:00 pm on June 7th.
  2. Vote Early in person, June 3-4, 10:00 am- 8:00 pm and June 5, 10:00 am to 6:00 pm.
  3. Vote at your polling place on June 7th, 6:00 am – 8:00 pm.

Union members and advocates for working families and our unions are running for election to the
U.S. House of Representatives, County Commissions, as Mayors and members of City/Town Councils and Committees. Don’t sit out these important elections! Make your voice Heard!

Visit www.njunionstrong.org to find an Early Vote Center near you, your Election Day polling place, a secure vote-by-mail drop box, and additional union voter resources.

About COPE

Every year, the affiliated unions of the New Jersey State AFL-CIO vote on which election candidates to endorse based on their voting records and stances on working family issues. Our state federation has a proud history of endorsing both Democratic and Republican candidates who support working families and the core values of the Labor Movement.

Working in partnership with the AFL-CIO Political Department, New Jersey’s Central Labor Councils, Building Trades Councils and affiliated local unions, our COPE program coordinates a statewide effort to educate union members about our endorsements and the benefits of voting for candidates who will put working families first.

COPE also manages the New Jersey State AFL-CIO Labor Candidates Program. Launched in 1997, the Labor Candidates Program recruits, trains and mentors union members running for public office. To date, the program has guided 1,184 election victories for union members. Our Labor Candidates hold offices at nearly every level of federal, state, county and local government — from the House of Representatives to the state Senate and Assembly to County Commissioner, Town Council and School Board.

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