Council Urges Boycott of MontCo Democratic Central Committee Spring Ball

Monday, April 29, 2013

(Metropolitan Washington Council, AFL-CIO)

The Metro Washington Council is is urging all affiliated locals and allies to boycott the upcoming 2013 Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee (MCDCC) Spring Ball. "This action has been taken as a result of the Committee’s decision last year to actively support Question B, the FOP effects collective bargaining issue, which repealed 'effects bargaining' for Montgomery County police officers," Metro Council president Jos Williams wrote in a letter to the MCDCC last week. "Given the long and close relationship between the Democratic party and organized labor it was extremely disappointing to see such a close ally take such an anti-worker stand, especially when our 'brothers and sisters in blue' – who work so long and hard to protect our families, homes and communities – were on the line." Williams added that "Going forward, we – and our affiliates and allies -- will be taking a very close look at requests for support, endorsement and financial contributions to the party and candidates, as it is difficult to justify support for those who oppose us."

 

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