Transport Workers Endorse Joe Addabbo for State Senate
“Our jobs and businesses depend on reliable transportation ”
The Transport Workers Union Local 100 is endorsing Senator Joe Addabbo for reelection to the New York Senate seat representing his Queens district.
Senator Addabbo’s commitment to good jobs and the public transportation that jobs and businesses across New York depend on was key to earning the TWU’s support.
“Joe Addabbo knows the importance of mass transit to New York’s economy and the people who live and work here. He has not only consistently supported the interests of those who work for the MTA, he understands how our transit system contributes to the livelihood of everyone in this great city. We are proud to support Joe Addabbo and join with him in the fight for good jobs and strong, reliable public transportation,” said John Samuelsen, President of the Transport Workers Union Local 100.
“Our jobs and businesses depend on the buses and subways we use to get to work and get home every day. Reliable, efficient mass transportation makes New York a desirable place to do business and is essential for economic development. The simple fact is New York wouldn’t function without mass transit, and mass transit wouldn’t function without the dedicated, professional men and women of TWU Local 100. I am proud to support the people who keep New York moving, and I am honored to earn their support,” said Sen. Joseph P. Addabbo.
TWU Local 100 represents virtually all employees of the New York City public transportation system who drive buses and operate trains, maintain the trains and tracks, staff the token booths, clean platforms and subway cars, and service and repair mechanical equipment.
Senator Joseph Addabbo has been a member of the New York State Senate Education Committee since his election in 2008. Senator Addabbo also serves on the Civil Service and Pensions Committee, as well as the Labor Committee, in the State Senate.
Teachers Endorse Joe Addabbo for State Senate
“Joe is committed to the greatest opportunities for students”
The New York State United Teachers and the United Federation of Teachers are both endorsing Senator Joe Addabbo for reelection to his Queens seat.
Both teachers unions cited Senator Addabbo’s commitment to public education and expanding educational opportunities.
“We are confident you will continue to stand with us as we endeavor to improve conditions in our public schools and and ensure our students have the greatest opportunity to achieve academic success. We applaud your commitment to public education, labor and human rights. We are pleased to endorse you in the upcoming election and look forward to working with you both during your campaign and while in office after the election,” said Mike Mulgrew, President of the United Federation of Teachers, of Senator Addabbo.
“Educational issues are extremely important to me and my constituents. With a good education, anything is possible. Without one, nothing else matters. I am committed to making sure our schools deliver the first-rate education our children deserve, and they need to succeed. I am honored to earn the support of the United Federation of Teachers and NYSUT, and look forward to working with them to provide our schools and students with the resources they need,” said Sen. Joseph P. Addabbo.
Senator Joseph Addabbo has been a member of the New York State Senate Education Committee since his election in 2008. Senator Addabbo also serves on the Civil Service and Pensions Committee, as well as the Labor Committee, in the State Senate.
Teamsters Endorse Joe Addabbo for State Senate
“Strong record supporting working people”
The International Brotherhood of Teamsters Joint Council 16 is endorsing Senator Joe Addabbo for reelection to his Queens seat. The Teamsters backing brings with it considerable manpower and muscle to get people to the polls in November.
In endorsing the first term senator, the Teamsters Joint Council 16 President George Miranda pointed to Addabbo’s longtime commitment to people who work for a living.
“The International Brotherhood of Teamsters Joint Council 16, representing some 32 local Teamster unions, is proud to endorse Joe Addabbo for State Senate. In these trying economic times, working people are fortunate to have an advocate in Senator Joe Addabbo. Therefore, in recognition of Senator Addabbo's strong record of supporting working people in the State of New York, and with the interests of our over 120,000 hardworking members in mind, we support Joe's bid for reelection,” said George Miranda, President of the Teamsters Joint Council 16.
“I am honored to have earned the support of the dedicated men and women of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters. New Yorkers face unprecedented challenges keeping food on the table, a roof over their heads and providing a decent education for their children. I will work twice as hard to ensure our citizens have the jobs and opportunities they deserve,” said Sen. Joseph P. Addabbo.
Senator Joseph Addabbo served in the New York City Council prior to being elected to the Senate in 2008 when he defeated long-serving Senator Serphin Maltese. Senator Addabbo serves on the Civil Service and Pensions Committee, as well as the Labor Committee, in the State Senate.
