UNITED SCENIC ARTISTS, LOCAL USA 829, IATSE ENDORSES ALEX SEWELL FOR TOWN OF KENT (NEW YORK) SUPERVISOR
United Scenic Artists, Local USA 829, IATSE is proud to announce our endorsement of Alex Sewell for Town of Kent (New York) Supervisor, recognizing his steadfast commitment to the labor movement, community organizing, and advocacy for working people.
Statement from Local USA 829 President Ed Pierce:
"We are proud to endorse Alex Sewell for Town of Kent Supervisor. As a longtime union member, USA 829 Steward, and dedicated community organizer, Alex understands firsthand the importance of protecting workers' rights and ensuring working families have a voice in government. His commitment to strengthening organized labor, supporting the arts, and serving his community reflects the values our union stands for every day."
Statement from Alex Sewell:
“Being endorsed by labor, and specifically by my brothers and sisters in Local USA 829, IATSE means more to me than just about anything. Nothing scares the elite more than workers banding together. We organize, we have solidarity, we have empathy and we know how to come to the table. Over these next few years you’ll see more and more of us up and down the ballot, and I hope we’ll earn your support.“
Candidate Bio:
Alex Sewell is a member of United Scenic Artists, Local USA 829, where he serves as a union Steward advocating for his fellow members on the job. A lifelong labor activist and community organizer, Alex is running for Town of Kent Supervisor to bring the values of solidarity, fairness, and public service to local government.
Throughout his campaign, Alex has championed policies that have focused on protecting and promoting the working class, promoting and protecting the arts, and environmental stewardship.
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Contact: Ahad Shahid, Communications Director, Local USA 829, ahads@usa829.org