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Southern New Jersey Central Labor Council Endorses Steve Sweeney for Governor

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    Steve Sweeney for Governor
  • Feb 18
  • 2 min read

Updated: Mar 19

Woodbury, NJ – Today, the Southern New Jersey Central Labor Council is officially endorsing Steve Sweeney’s bid to be the next Governor of New Jersey in recognition of his steadfast support for the working people of South Jersey by raising wages for workers, creating new jobs, and strengthening worker protections. Steve Sweeney pledges to be the quality-of-life Governor, committed to delivering real, positive change and protecting the interests of working- and middle-class families across the state.


“Steve Sweeney is a passionate advocate for the working class, and his platform is built on addressing the everyday struggles of working families,” said Southern New Jersey Central Labor Council President Sam Ferraino, Jr. “He understands the challenges of balancing work, family, and financial stability, and has consistently championed policies aimed at improving wages, job security, and access to affordable healthcare.”


“By advocating for fair wages, stronger worker protections, and better support for working parents, Steve Sweeney is committed to ensuring that every family has the opportunity to thrive,” Ferraino continued. “He listens to the concerns of hard-working New Jerseyans and works tirelessly to create policies that reduce the financial burden on families and provide better job opportunities in every community.”


“With Steve Sweeney in office, hard working families will have a dedicated leader who understands their struggles and will fight every day for a better future. We are proud to endorse Steve Sweeney to be our next Governor and together, we will build a brighter future for all of New Jersey.”


This is just the latest in an overwhelming show of support for the former Senate President from labor unions, with the following unions and labor leaders having already announced their endorsement of Steve Sweeney:


  • International Association of Bridge, Structural, Ornamental and Reinforcing Iron Workers

  • Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters 

  • International Longshoremen’s Association

  • New Jersey Building and Construction Trades Council President Bill Mullen

  • Teamsters Joint Council 53

  • Sheet Metal Workers New Jersey State Council

  • Southern New Jersey Building Trades and Construction Council

  • New Jersey Roofers Unions

  • UNITE HERE Local 54 and Local 100

  • Boilermakers Local 28

  • IBEW Local 30 and 351

  • UFCW Local 888, Local 312, Local 464A, and Local 1282

  • Retail, Wholesale, and Department Store Local 109

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