CWA District 1 Endorses Governor Kathy Hochul

NEW YORK – The Communications Workers of America District 1 today endorsed Governor Kathy Hochul for a full term. CWA leadership highlighted Governor Hochul’s proven track record of support for organized labor and her commitment to advancing the rights of working people across New York.

“I’m honored to receive the endorsement of CWA District 1, whose members are the heart and soul of our middle-class and keep New York moving forward,” said Governor Kathy Hochul. “Together, we’ll continue to honor New York’s proud union history by creating good-paying jobs, ensuring safe working conditions, and building an economy that lifts up all New Yorkers.”

“CWA District 1 is proud to endorse Kathy Hochul for Governor,” said Dennis Trainor, CWA District 1 Vice President. “In her time in public service, she has always been a true champion of labor and a great friend to our union. From our strikes at Verizon to just recently our strike at Mercy Hospital in Buffalo, she’s walked our picket lines and always stood on the side of workers. Her steadfast commitment to workers’ health and safety protections, her support of union rights and her leadership in promoting a fair recovery for working families are why we’re excited to support her.”

CWA District 1 represents over 145,000 members working in various industries, including telecommunications, health care, higher education, manufacturing, broadcast and cable television, commercial printing and newspapers, state, local, and county government.