Labor & Collective Bargaining

As a steadfast advocate for the rights and dignity of workers, I am committed to championing the cause of labor unions and the invaluable role they play in our economy and society. My unwavering support for workers’ rights to organize stems from a fundamental belief in fairness, justice, and the power of collective action to create more equitable workplaces and, by extension, a more equitable world.

I firmly believe in the need to strengthen the Davis-Bacon Act, ensuring that workers on federally funded construction projects receive fair wages that truly reflect local standards. This is not just about protecting workers; it’s about safeguarding the quality of our infrastructure and the economic health of our communities. By upholding and enhancing Davis-Bacon, we affirm our commitment to a skilled workforce and the principle that public money should support decent jobs that can sustain families and communities.

Protecting the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) is paramount in my campaign. The NLRB plays a crucial role in enforcing workers’ rights to organize and bargain collectively, free from retaliation. In recent years, we’ve seen attempts to weaken the NLRB’s authority and undermine its ability to protect workers. I stand against these efforts and will advocate for policies that ensure the NLRB has the resources and independence it needs to fulfill its mission effectively. Workers must have a strong and responsive advocate in the NLRB.

I will always side with workers over corporations, recognizing that the strength of our economy and the health of our democracy depend on a robust and respected labor movement. In Congress, I pledge to be a rock-solid champion for labor unions, advocating not just for policies that protect the right to organize but also for a broader economic agenda that puts workers’ interests at the forefront. This means fighting for higher wages, better benefits, and safer workplaces. It means pushing back against efforts to erode collective bargaining rights and standing up to corporations that seek to exploit workers.

My promise is to stand with workers every day and twice on Sundays. My belief is that the dignity of work and the rights of workers should be at the heart of every policy decision Congress makes.