Progressive contenders in November election pledge support for workers and quality care
1199 Endorses Jorge Cabrera for State Senate District 17
As a union representative and organizer for the United Food and Commercial Workers Local 919, Jorge has been a longtime advocate for working class families in Connecticut. Jorge was also one of the leaders in the Stop & Shop strike victory last year, and played an integral role in 1199’s Arden House fightback to keep the facility operating. If elected, Jorge will continue to support 1199 members as we fight for livable wages and benefits for all.
1199 Endorses Marilyn Moore for State Senate
Marilyn has served in the state senate since being elected in 2014. While in office, Marilyn has been a steadfast advocate for workers’ rights. Even during the COVID pandemic, Marilyn has led efforts to support frontline health care workers as they battle this deadly virus. If re-elected, Marilyn will continue to support 1199 members and quality care services.
1199 Endorses Brandon McGee for State Representative
Brandon McGee has been a longtime supporter of workers within his district and across the state. When Home Care workers were not receiving the pay they rightfully deserved, on time, every time, Brandon joined workers on the picket line and elevated their message using his platform. If re-elected Brandon will continue to support 1199 members as they fight for livable wages and benefits.
1199 Endorses Bobby Gibson for State Representative
Bobby Gibson has been a longtime supporter of workers within his district and across the state. As an elected member of the State House of Representatives Bobby has supported an increase in the minimum wage, the creation of a paid family medical leave program in CT, and other legislation to uplift workers and their families. If re-elected, Bobby will continue to support 1199 members as they fight for livable wages and benefits.
1199 Endorses Kate Farrar for State Representative
Kate Farrar has worked as an advocate for women in Connecticut within her role at the Connecticut Women’s Education and Legal Fund (CWEALF). Her work promoting policies such as the creation of a paid family medical leave program in CT has helped move our state forward and has uplifted workers and their families. If elected, Kate will continue to support 1199 members as they fight for livable wages and benefits.
1199 Endorses Amy Bello for State Representative
Amy has served both as an elected city council member in Wethersfield as well as Wethersfield’s Mayor. While in office, Amy was a strong advocate for public schools, environmental issues, and infrastructure investment. Through this advocacy, Amy has demonstrated her resolve to fight for workers and their families. If elected, Amy will continue to support 1199 members from her position within the legislature.
