Asbestos and Insulation Workers Local 51 endorses Jim King for Mayor of Louisville
February 12, 2010
Today, the Asbestos and Insulation Workers Local 51 proudly endorsed Jim King for Mayor of Louisville. The endorsement comes as the first from a building trades union after the larger Council (Greater Louisville Building and Construction Trades Council) decided last week to allow the local unions to endorse individually.
“I thank the hard working members of the Asbestos and Insulation Workers Union for their endorsement in this campaign,” said Councilman King. My commitment to working families has always been that I will stand up with them to find good paying jobs in a quality work environment. I appreciate the commitment our Asbestos and Insulation workers have made to me and my campaign.”
Councilman King has had a 100% pro-labor record as Metro Councilman, standing with working families on issues like a living wage, fair labor standards and supporting apprenticeship programs. Additionally, he recently released “Ten Commitments to Louisville’s Working Families” that provides workers with a written commitment that ensures their voice will be heard in city government.
“This is another strong endorsement, and continues to show the momentum this campaign is gaining,” says Jonathan Hurst, Campaign Manager for King’s Mayoral Campaign. “Councilman King has a proven record of leadership for working families and organized labor on the Metro Council, and is committed as our next Mayor to be a strong voice for working men and women.”