Another politically potent union is weighing in on behalf of Essex County Commissioner Brendan Gill (D-Montclair)’s campaign for the 11th congressional district: the International Longshoremen’s Association.
“Brendan Gill doesn’t just talk about supporting labor – he shows up and stands with working people,” ILA International President Harold Daggett said in a statement. “At a time when workers’ rights are under attack, we need leaders in Congress who will fight for unions, protect good-paying jobs, and strengthen the middle class. Brendan Gill is that kind of leader. He understands the critical role our port workers play in keeping our economy strong and ensuring America remains a global trade leader.”
The ILA represents more than 85,000 workers across North America, including many who work in North Jersey’s bustling ports near the boundaries of the 11th district.
Gill, one of 12 Democrats seeking to succeed Gov.-elect Mikie Sherrill, previously earned the backing of the the Hotel & Gaming Trades Council, the New Jersey Firefighters Mutual Benevolent Association, the United Food and Commercial Workers, the Sheet Metal, Air, Rail, and Transportation Local 25, IBEW Local 164 and Local 1158, the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers New Jersey State Legislative Board, the Communication Workers of America Local 1031, and the Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union Local 108.
