I was raised in a union household. As the son of a union power line worker and a mom who managed the books while raising eight kids, I learned early in life the value of a dollar and the importance of hard work — and how unions helped families like mine thrive.

I know firsthand that a good-paying, union job is the key to growing the middle class. So, ahead of the Labor Day Weekend, I wanted to share what unions mean to me and our community.

We are facing a crisis across America, where some of our hardest workers struggle each day to feed their families and afford the basics.

I believe that unions are the first and best support system for America's working class. I am running for re-election so I can continue to fight for working-class people here in Northwest Washington. With just 60 days until Election Day, will you contribute $ now to join my fight? [[link removed]]

Donate Now [[link removed]]

Unions represent the good that comes from us banding together to demand more of each other. For generations, workers have forged better lives through higher wages, improved benefits, and stronger protections thanks to their ability to collectively take a stand.

And, as we struggle through a divisive time in our country's history, I cannot think of a moment in my lifetime when union values have been more needed: a sense of togetherness and a commitment to hard work. That is why I am proud to have the support of more than a dozen unions and union leaders in our grassroots campaign to restore the economic dignity of the working class:

* Washington State Labor Council

* AFSCME Council 28, Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE)

* Washington State Council of County and City Employees, AFSCME

* Washington State Building & Construction Trades Council

* Washington Education Association

* Snohomish & Island County Labor Council

* Association of Flight Attendants - CWA, AFL-CIO

* Inlandboatmen's Union of the Pacific, Marine Division of the I.L.W.U.

* Washington Machinists Council

* LiUna Local 252

* IUOE Local 302

* American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE)

* Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU)

* International Union of Painters and Allied Trades (IUPAT) District Council 5

*Service Employees International Union (SEIU) 775

Donate $ now and support this pro-union campaign. [[link removed]]

As your representative in Congress, I will always be a voice for working families in Northwest Washington — and beyond. That is non-negotiable.

I believe organized labor is the backbone of our country and will see us through this challenging time.

In solidarity,

Rick

Paid for and authorized by Citizens to Elect Rick Larsen.
This email was sent by Rick Larsen [[link removed]].
Citizens to Elect Rick Larsen
PO Box 326
Everett, WA 98206
United States

Email is an important way for Rick Larsen to keep supporters like you informed about critical issues and to build a winning grassroots campaign. Too much email? Switch to our less email option here [[link removed]] .

Click here to update your email address or other information. [[link removed]]

If you no longer want to hear from Rick Larsen, click here to get off all our lists instantly [[link removed]] . Questions or concerns? Contact us here [[link removed]] .
[link removed] [[link removed]]