United Steelworkers union endorses Biden, giving him more labor support in presidential race

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Source: NBC News/AP

March 20, 2024, 6:00 PM EDT


PITTSBURGH — The United Steelworkers Union has endorsed President Joe Biden, giving him support from another large labor union.

The announcement Wednesday by the Pittsburgh-based union came less than a week after Biden voiced opposition to the planned sale of U.S. Steel to Nippon Steel of Japan, saying it’s vital that the company remain American owned and operated.

The USW, which represents 850,000 workers in metals, mining, rubber and other industries, said Biden has a track record of supporting retirement security, affordable health care and laws that help workers, all important issues to its members.

The AFL-CIO, United Auto Workers, and several other unions previously endorsed Democrat Biden in his race against Donald Trump, the presumptive Republican nominee. The Teamsters union has talked with both candidates and has yet to announce its pick.

Read more: https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/2024-election/united-steelworkers-union-endorses-biden-giving-labor-support-presiden-rcna144361

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1. And the know it alls were complaining that the UAW had NOT endorsed Biden early on.

What it showed about those know it alls is they didn't have a clue about the endorsement process.

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4. They endorsed Biden months ago, tho.

We're still waiting on the Teamsters, however.

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5. Why should WE be waiting? They have a right to follow their process.

And not be dictated by those outside their group.

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6. Doesn't change the fact we're still waiting on it.

Why are you so hostile? Maybe go take a nap.

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7. Doesn't change the fact it is a decision for Teamsters.

Are you a Teamster? It is Teamsters that get to decide based on their process. They are not going to be bullied by outsiders or even by their own members that don't know the history.

People were complaining about the UAW not endorsing Biden back in September. The UAW followed their procedure. And it was approved by delegates at a conference.

Your response was disrespectful

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8. The only one complaining here is you.

All I said was that we're still waiting to hear from the Teamsters. That's it. You're the one who weirdly bugged out over an innocent post that didn't demand anything or attack the Teamsters. I only pointed out we're still waiting on the endorsement. Get a grip. My God.

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2. K&R

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3. Good news! N/T