The Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union on Thursday endorsed Farah Louis for the open 45th city Council District in Brooklyn.
“Farah Louis’s career in public advocacy began when she made a critical choice to come from behind a news-camera and take to the school bus drivers’ strike line instead. From that moment on she hasn’t stopped fighting for the rights of working people,” said RWDSU President Stuart Appelbaum.
“Councilmember Louis knows the 45th district inside and out. She knows that smart development of the district with union jobs will ensure that generations of Brooklynites can truly live and work there. We know Farah will stand up and protect workers’ rights to organize and to have safe working conditions. And that she will ensure everyone in the 45th can earn a fair wage. The RWDSU is proud to support Farah on her re-election campaign and we look forward to continue working with her.”
The district was vacated by Jumaane Williams after he won a special election for the New York City public advocate’s office. The primary is scheduled for June 25.