Summary of Major US firefighter union declines to endorse Trump or Harris for president
Summary of Major US firefighter union declines to endorse Trump or Harris for president
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The International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) has decided not to endorse a candidate for the upcoming US presidential election, aiming to maintain unity. This choice contrasts with the past support given to Joe Biden and reflects a trend among major trade unions. Despite efforts from both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump campaigns, IAFF's executive board determined to stay neutral with a slim margin. The union encourages its members and all voters to participate in the election.
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quoting nevent1q…zuskMajor US firefighter union declines to endorse Trump or Harris for president
International Association of Fire Fighters vote by a margin of 1.2% to not back either White House candidateThe International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) has declined to endorse a candidate ahead of next month’s US presidential election, despite efforts by both the Kamala Harris and Donald Trump campaigns to court the union.“This decision, which we took very seriously, is the best way to preserve and strengthen our unity,” the IAFF said in a statement. Continue reading...
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024/oct/03/election-fire-union-trump-harris
The International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) has decided not to endorse a candidate for the upcoming US presidential election, aiming to maintain unity. This choice contrasts with the past support given to Joe Biden and reflects a trend among major trade unions. Despite efforts from both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump campaigns, IAFF's executive board determined to stay neutral with a slim margin. The union encourages its members and all voters to participate in the election.