BOSTON, MA — The New England Joint Board of UNITE HERE has announced its endorsement of Senator Ed Markey for re-election, citing his commitment to the rights and dignity of working people and years of service on behalf of working families. Senator Markey is a longtime ally of UNITE HERE, walking the picket line, rallying during strikes, and standing with the workers during their fight for fair wages and workplace protections.

“I’m deeply grateful to have the endorsement of the New England Joint Board of UNITE HERE. Their members represent the beating heart of our economy — the workers who keep our communities running every single day,” said Markey. “Together, we’ve fought for fair wages, safe workplaces, and the dignity every worker deserves. With their support, I look forward to continuing that fight in the United States Senate.”

“The New England Joint Board UNITE HERE is proud to endorse Senator Ed Markey for re-election because he has always stood shoulder to shoulder with working people,” said Warren Pepicelli, Joint Board Manager of UNITE HERE. “Senator Markey understands that good, family-sustaining jobs are the foundation of strong communities, and he’s never wavered in fighting for fairness, dignity, and respect for workers across Massachusetts and beyond. We look forward to continuing that partnership as he champions policies that lift up the middle class and protect the rights of working people everywhere.”

About the New England Joint Board of UNITE HERE

The New England Joint Board UNITE HERE represents thousands of workers across New England in the textile, garment, manufacturing, warehousing, laundry, human service, and hospitality industries. Its diverse membership includes women, new immigrants, and people of color, continuing the proud legacy of the ILGWU and ACTWU. The union has a long history of organizing workers in low-wage industries and helping them secure good, middle-class jobs. Today, its members power cafeterias, factories, distribution centers, retail stores, laundries, offices, group homes, casinos, and mills — united in the fight for fair wages, dignity, and respect for all workers.

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