A Message from Das:

I would like to take a moment to share some exciting news about my campaign and extend an invitation to an upcoming event.

I am proud to announce the recent endorsements my campaign has received from several prominent local labor unions. As a Santa Barbara City Councilmember, I have successfully fought for working families, fair wages and worked towards building a strong economy in our community. In the Assembly, I will continue to fight to create good paying jobs and make investing in the green economy of the 21st century a priority. Please see the official announcement below.

Labor Comes Out Strong in Support of Das Williams for Assembly

SANTA BARBARA, CA August 18, 2009 - Local Santa Barbara City Councilman Das Williams today announced that his campaign for the 35th Assembly District has received the endorsements of a number of key local labor organizations:

International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 952
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 413
International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local 186
Ironworkers Local 433
Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 484
Sheet Metal Workers International Association Local 273
Southwest Regional Council of Carpenters
UA Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 114

Labor leaders, in citing their reasons for supporting Das' campaign for the assembly, pointed to his long record of success in creating local jobs and opportunities for working families. Labor leaders hailed Das' approach to governing and applauded his efforts to build the green economy of the 21st century. Das Williams has been at the forefront of efforts to fund energy efficiency projects, invest in renewable energy technologies like solar power, expand local public transportation, and create affordable middle-income housing in downtown Santa Barbara.

"Das Williams doesn't just talk about creating jobs, he makes it happen," said Steve Weiner, Executive Secretary-Treasurer of the Tri-Counties Building & Construction Trades Council, AFL-CIO. "In the midst of the toughest economic times we have ever faced, it is absolutely critical that we elect experienced leaders like Das, who will bring fresh ideas, innovative vision and new energy to Sacramento. As a Santa Barbara City Councilman, Das found ways to balance the City budget while protecting vital services, avoiding layoffs and continuing to invest in projects that create good paying green jobs for hard working middle class families. That's exactly the type of representative we need in Sacramento."

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