Teamsters Statement On Presidential Endorsement Process

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International Brotherhood of Teamsters

Sep 30, 2015, 11:01 ET

WASHINGTON, Sept. 30, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- On Tuesday, Sept. 29 the Teamsters Union General Executive Board decided to not endorse a presidential candidate at this time.

The Teamsters look forward to meeting with Hillary Clinton, Sen. Bernie Sanders and any other candidate, regardless of party affiliation, who is committed to improving the lives of America's working families. This would include Vice President Joe Biden should he choose to run. In addition to meeting with the candidates, the union plans to survey its leaders and membership as well.

Earlier this month, the Teamsters Union launched the "Let's Get America Working!" campaign to encourage both Democratic and Republican lawmakers to work together to focus on creating good jobs through investment in our nation's infrastructure.

"It's long past time for Republicans and Democrats to put aside their differences and work together for the good of our country," said Teamsters General President Jim Hoffa. "The Teamsters will work with and support any candidate who puts the needs of America's working families above the deep pockets of their corporate donors."

Founded in 1903, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters represents 1.4 million hardworking men and women throughout the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. Visit www.teamster.org for more information. Follow us on Twitter @Teamsters and "like" us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/teamsters.

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