AFL-CIO
The AFL-CIO’s endorsement of Dr. Kimball is the first they have made in District 87 in 16 years.
“The American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO) works tirelessly to improve the lives of working people.
We are the democratic, voluntary federation of 65 national and international labor unions that represent nearly 15 million working people.
We strive to ensure all working people are treated fairly, with decent paychecks and benefits, safe jobs, dignity, and equal opportunities. We help people acquire valuable skills and job-readiness for the 21st century economy. In fact, we operate the largest training network outside the U.S. military.”
North Haven Democratic Town Committee
The NHDTC unanimously endorsed Dr. Kimball.
“Dr. Kimball has built a career around calm, decisive leadership in high-pressure situations. … She brings a perspective shaped by a diverse lived experience and a deep appreciation for what Connecticut can offer when government works effectively.”
SEIU 32BJ
“With more than 185,000 members, we are the largest union of property service workers in the U.S. Our union, 32BJ SEIU, has a dream where all workers have a path to a better life. To reach that goal, we build power and transform lives by organizing across the sectors where our members work to win the wages, benefits, respect, and dignity they deserve. We organize the unorganized and we harness the power of working people to drive meaningful change.”
Moms Demand Action - Gun Sense Candidate of Distinction
“Moms Demand Action is a grassroots movement of Americans fighting for public safety measures that can protect people from gun violence. We pass stronger gun laws and work to close the loopholes that jeopardize the safety of our families. We also work in our own communities and with business leaders to encourage a culture of responsible gun ownership. We know that gun violence is preventable, and we’re committed to doing what it takes to keep families safe.”
College Democrats of CT
“A state federation of the College Democrats of America (CDA) and the official collegiate arm of the Connecticut Democratic Party, CDCT aims to represent the interests of the over 200,000 college students in our state, from Fairfield University to the University of Connecticut, Storrs.”
3.14 Action Fund
“We are the only organization in the nation focused on recruiting, training, and electing Democrats with a background in science to public office.
There isn’t an issue that doesn’t benefit from having scientists at the decision-making table – from climate change to reproductive healthcare, scientists are data-driven who will champion fact-based policies…
…Recent polling confirms that scientific and medical professionals have some of the highest approval ratings and levels of trust among voters. We have seen time and again that science candidates are better positioned to win tough races and can cut through the partisan divide if they have the resources to run a strong campaign operation.”
The Working Families Party
“CT Working Families is an independent progressive political organization fighting to reduce inequality and striving to achieve a multi-ethnic, multi-racial, multi-faith, egalitarian society.
We run aggressive issue and electoral campaigns across the state. We endeavor to abolish inequalities grounded in hierarchies of race, patriarchy, and wealth to raise standards for working families and achieve an economy that works for everyone, not just the wealthy and well-connected.”
“Planned Parenthood Votes! Connecticut is an independent, nonpartisan, nonprofit organization. …Now more than ever, we need state legislators who deeply understand what’s at stake for sexual and reproductive health care access in Connecticut and who are uncompromising leaders willing to fight for patients and providers. … We need to keep Connecticut moving forward with elected officials who will defend our existing state policies, advocate for improving sexual and reproductive health and rights for all people and continue to invest in the reproductive health care provider infrastructure in our state.”
Planned Parenthood Votes! Connecticut
CSEA SEIU - Local 2001
“This endorsement is a result of careful consideration of your positions and support of AAUP and our students as well as our perception that you recognize the needs of public higher education in Connecticut as well as the importance of collective bargaining in good faith. … Our full membership will be informed of our endorsement and urged to support your election.”
— Thomas R. Burkholder, Chair, CSU-AAUP Political Committee
The Connecticut State University American Association of University Professors (CSU-AAUP)
“CSEA SEIU Local 2001 is a large union representing Connecticut state, municipal and private employees as well as State Retirees across the country.”
SEIU 1199 New England
“SEIU Healthcare 1199NE is New England’s largest health care workers union. We represent 32,000+ nurses, direct care workers, certified nursing assistants, cooks, case managers, therapists, physicians, maintenance workers, and home care workers across Connecticut and Rhode Island.
Our members show up every day to heal and care for New England — in hospitals, nursing homes, community health centers, group homes, and people’s own homes. Through collective action, we fight for the wages, benefits, and working conditions our members deserve, and for the policies that protect the patients and communities we serve.”
