Hoffa: Teamsters Endorse Keith Ellison for DNC Chair

[Donkees]

(WASHINGTON) – The following is a statement by Teamsters General President Jim Hoffa:
FEBRUARY 3, 2017

“Today, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters endorsed Rep. Keith Ellison to lead the Democratic National Committee. Rep. Ellison is a strong voice for working families and labor.

"It is time for the Democratic Party to get back to its roots and focus on the issues that matter most to workers – jobs, health care and retirement security. Rep. Ellison is a proven organizer who knows that these battles are won in the field, not the corridors of Washington.

“In order to remain a relevant force in American politics, the Democratic National Committee must change direction and not take any of its natural constituencies for granted.

“Rep. Ellison understands the challenges that lie ahead and will enact the changes necessary for the Democratic Party to once again lead the fight for working families.”

Founded in 1903, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters represents 1.4 million hardworking men and women throughout the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. Visit www.teamster.org for more information. Follow us on Twitter @Teamsters and “like” us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/teamsters.

https://teamster.org/node/104788

[guillaumeb]

1. I am shocked but glad. eom

[okwmember]

2. I am happy about this,

but confused as it seems odd to not got go with the previous Labor Secretary. Is there a backstory?

[okieinpain]

3. why hasn't this been finished yet. n/t.

[Donkees]

5. The vote takes place near the end of Feb, and there still are two regional forums before then.

[Champion Jack]

4. yes!

[jmg257]

6. This is the Hoffa who was praising trump's ass a few days ago?

With friends like him, who needs...

[NCTraveler]

7. Solid endorsement. Nt