On this Labor Day, U.S. Representative Angie Craig received endorsements from several prominent labor leaders across Minnesota’s 2nd Congressional District. In Congress, Craig has been a tireless advocate for organized labor and hardworking Minnesotans, working to expand protections for union-workers, ensure equal pay for equal work and eliminate all forms of discrimination in the workplace.
“I grew up in a labor household, so I know firsthand how impactful a good, union job can be for a family. I’m incredibly proud to have the support of so many devoted labor leaders from across the 2nd District, so that we can continue working together to advocate for labor-friendly policies in Washington,” said Craig. “The organized labor movement helped build the middle class in this country and continues to drive our economy to this day. In Congress, I’ll never stop fighting for the working men and women of Minnesota’s Second Congressional District, and I’ll always protect the basic right to organize for safe workplaces and fair wages.”
“Someone who has never taken organized labor for granted and has stood up for the working men and women of Minnesota every day in Washington is my Congresswoman, Angie Craig.” – United Steelworkers Member Doug Manley
“Workers should always be put first. That’s why I’m proud to support Angie Craig. Angie is a strong advocate for unions and all working families.” – Southeast MN Area Labor Council President Pommella Wegmann
“Angie comes from humble beginnings – she’s never forgotten that. Since her first day in office, Angie has went to work for the working men, women and families of the Second Congressional District.” – Former Postal Workers Union President Tom Edwards
“Labor Day is a special holiday that reminds us about the rights that the workers and educators in Minnesota enjoy because of the labor movement that came before us. We need to continue to defend these rights – I know that Angie is in Congress, fighting for labor.” – Burnsville Education Association President Wendy Drugge Wuensch
“Angie understands the importance of investing in infrastructure and transportation that provide the economic stability for our communities. Stand with us standing with Angie. Happy Labor Day.” – Southeastern MN Building & Construction Trades President Nate O’Reilly
In Congress, Angie Craig has been a strong advocate for organized labor in Minnesota and across the country. In her first term, Angie cosponsored dozens of bills to strengthen workplace protections and ensure all workers have the right to collectively bargain, including the Protecting the Right to Organize Act of 2019 – which passed the House in 2020 and would substantially extend protections for unions and union workers. Her tireless work on behalf of working families in Minnesota has earned her a 100% rating from the AFL-CIO, and endorsements from the Minnesota AFL-CIO, Minnesota Building Trades Council, North Central States Regional Council of Carpenters, SEIU and AFSCME.