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Patrick Murphy picks up Florida carpenters’ union endorsement

Published on March 14, 2016 in 2017/Top Headlines by Ryan Ray

U.S. Rep. Patrick Murphy picked up more labor support on Monday in his quest to out-maneuver liberal challenger U.S. Rep. Alan Grayson in the Democratic primary for Florida’s open U.S. Senate seat. The United Brotherhood of Carpenters Florida Regional Council endorsed Murphy’s bid for the seat left vacant by Marco Rubio. It’s betting on the Palm Beach congressman’s moderate approach to the issues and less combative personal style compared to Grayson, a natural ally of labor, according to many observers. The union’s political director, Tim Mitcheltree, said…

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Florida Teamsters endorse Patrick Murphy for Senate

Published on October 30, 2015 in 2017/Top Headlines by Staff Reports

Today, the Florida Teamsters endorsed Patrick Murphy’s campaign for the U.S. Senate, citing his commitment to fighting for the middle class. Congressman Murphy made the following statement: “I’m humbled and excited by the support of the Florida Teamsters. Florida’s working families need leadership — from the local level to the U.S. Senate to the White House — that will fight every day for them, and no one else. I’m running to grow the middle class, and that starts with the unions who built…

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