EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. – Today, the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Wisconsin State Conference endorsed Rebecca Cooke for Congress in Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District.
“I am so proud to earn the support of the hard-working men and women of the IBEW in Western Wisconsin,” said Rebecca Cooke. “We need new leadership in Washington that will put working families first, lower everyday costs and pass the PRO Act to strengthen collective bargaining rights. When I’m in office, I’ll fight every day for better wages and greater economic opportunity.”
“Our endorsement is not given lightly; it is a reflection of our trust in Rebecca’s ability to lead with integrity, determination, and an unwavering commitment to the labor movement, justice, and equality,” said Jesse Jacques, President of the IBEW State Conference.
“Rebecca Cooke understands what matters to working people,” said Jon Chermack, Business Manager of IBEW Local Union 14. “Her values align with ours. Supporting fair wages, safe working conditions, and strong apprenticeship programs that open doors for the next generation of skilled workers. She recognizes the important role union labor plays in building Wisconsin’s economy and strengthening our communities. Rebecca has always stood with working families, and we’re confident she’ll continue to fight for the rights and opportunities that make Wisconsin a great place to live and work. The members of the IBEW are proud to stand with her.”
“The IBEW is proud to support Rebecca Cooke for Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District,” said Brady Weiss, Business Manager of IBEW Local Union 953. “As working people, it is critical that we support candidates that support us on the job and at the collective bargaining table. We know that Rebecca Cooke stands with us.”
IBEW Local 14 represents approximately 1,200 members and IBEW Local 953 represents approximately 1,900 members.
Rebecca is endorsed by U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders, U.S. Senator Elissa Slotkin, 16 Members of Congress, State Senator Brad Pfaff, International Union of Painters and Allied Trades District Councils 7 & 82, Office and Professional Employees International Union, Sheet Metal, Air, Rail, and Transportation (SMART) Union, UFCW Local 1473, Wisconsin Laborers’ District Council, American Association for Justice (AAJ), End Citizens United, the Blue Dog Coalition, the New Dem Action Fund, Elect Democratic Women, EMILY’s List, Welcome PAC, and the National Coalition to Protect Social Security and Medicare PAC. She’s also garnered the support of a broad coalition of farmers, small business owners, educators and healthcare workers across western Wisconsin. View the full list of endorsers here.
