32BJ Congratulates Endorsed Candidates in Connecticut Primary Victories
HARTFORD, CT — The following statement may be attributed to Juan Hernandez, Vice-President of 32BJ SEIU. “We’re thrilled by the selection of progressive candidates we endorsed across Connecticut in the Democratic Primary. In the state-wide races, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to Ned Lamont, William Tong and Shawn Wooden. We also congratulate Jahana Hayes for […]
32BJ SEIU Condemns Passage of Cruel and Divisive Republican Budget
The following statement may be attributed to Juan Hernandez, District Leader of 32BJ SEIU Connecticut: “Last night the General Assembly failed the entire state of Connecticut by passing a Republican budget that assaults the working and middle classes — as well as all women, the elderly, city dwellers, and college students, among countless others — […]
SEIU 32BJ Congratulates Toni Harp on Democratic Primary victory for Mayor of New Haven
NEW HAVEN, Conn. The following statement may be attributed to Juan Hernandez, District Leader of 32BJ SEIU Connecticut: “We offer our congratulations to Toni Harp for her victory in the Democratic Primary tonight. Her clear victory is a testament to her four years spent building strong coalitions as mayor of New Haven, uniting immigrants, people […]
32BJ SEIU Connecticut Calls for End of Deportation Proceedings against Derby Resident Luis Barrios
The following statement may be attributed to Juan Hernandez, District Leader of 32BJ SEIU Connecticut: “We join community members and legislators in calling for a halt to the scheduled deportation of Luis Barrios tomorrow. A married father of four U.S.-citizen children, Mr. Barrios has no criminal record, has lived in this country for a quarter […]
Thousands Rally for Immigrant Rights and Celebrate Diversity at State House
HARTFORD, Conn — Thousands of immigrants from across Connecticut packed the North Steps in front of the State House on Saturday afternoon, joining with labor organizations, community groups, and elected officials to declare that all Connecticut immigrants and refugees are “Here to Stay.” The Hartford gathering kicked off the largest national mobilization of immigrants […]
Labor And Immigrant Rights Groups Join Legislators To Announce “Here To Stay” Rally
HARTFORD, Conn. – At 11 AM on Monday, April 3, leaders of labor and immigrant rights groups will join with elected officials in Room 1B of the Legislative Office Building to announce their plans for participating in the largest mobilization of immigrants and supporters since the Trump election. Channeling momentum from “day without an immigrant” events […]
32BJ Endorses Ken Gucker, Jeff Tomchik and Rep. Bob Godfrey for Election in November
NEW LONDON, CT—32BJ members today announced their endorsement of Ken Gucker for election to Connecticut Senate in the 24th District and of Jeff Tomchik for election to the Connecticut House of Representatives in the 138th District, as well as of Representative Bob Godfrey for re-election in the 110th District. The members endorsed all three candidates […]
32BJ Endorses Saud Anwar, Tim Curtis and Russ Morin for Election to State House
HARTFORD, CT—Members of 32BJ SEIU today announced their endorsement of Dr. Saud Anwar and Tim Curtis for election in the 14th and 60th House Districts in the Connecticut General Assembly, respectively, covering the towns of Windsor, South Windsor, and Windsor Locks. They also announced the endorsement of Representative Russ Morin for re-election in the House […]
32BJ Endorses Rep. Betty Boukus for Re-election
PLAINVILLE, CT—32BJ members today announced their endorsement of Representative Betty Boukus for re-election to the Connecticut State General Assembly in the 22nd House District, as part of their push to win a higher minimum wage and more full-time hours for Connecticut workers next year. “For 22 years, Representative Boukus has been a remarkably effective advocate […]
32BJ Endorses Rep. Theresa Conroy for Reelection
BEACON FALLS, CT—32BJ members today announced their endorsement of Representative Theresa Conroy for re-election to the Connecticut State General Assembly as part of their push to win a higher minimum wage and more full-time hours for Connecticut workers next year. A nominee both of the Democratic Party and the Working Families Party, Representative Conroy has […]